Teriyaki Tofu Recipe
This Teriyaki Tofu recipe features crispy, golden-brown tofu cubes coated in a glossy, sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this plant-based dish is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice and fresh scallions.
Ingredients
Instructions
Dice the tofu into 1×2-inch rectangles. Pat the pieces dry carefully on paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a crispier texture when cooking.
Heat the cooking oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu pieces and cook on all sides until they become golden brown and crispy, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.
While the tofu cooks, combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, grated garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Whisk thoroughly to dissolve the cornstarch before heating.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Stir occasionally and cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce becomes thick and glossy.
Pour the thickened teriyaki sauce over the crispy tofu in the skillet. Stir to coat the tofu pieces evenly and cook together for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
Plate the teriyaki tofu over cooked rice. Garnish with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and a light drizzle of sesame oil to add a fragrant finish.
