Honey Mustard Tofu

Ingredients

• 14 oz extra-firm tofu
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 0.25 cup agave nectar
• 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
• 0.125 tsp salt
• 0.125 tsp pepper
• 0.125 tsp paprika

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 415°F (210°C). Line a large sheet pan with a nonstick mat or parchment paper.

2. 2

   Drain the tofu block and press it for 15 minutes.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, and cornstarch to make a slurry.

4. 4

   Slice the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.

5. 5

   Gently stir the tofu cubes into the soy sauce slurry until fully coated; use a rubber spatula and handle gently to help keep the cubes intact.

6. 6

   Spread the tofu cubes on the prepared sheet pan in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes.

7. 7

   While the tofu bakes, whisk together the agave nectar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl to make the honey-mustard sauce.

8. 8

   Remove the tofu from the oven and gently toss the cubes in the sauce until coated.

9. 9

   Spread the coated tofu cubes on the sheet pan again in a single layer. Bake for another 5 minutes. Save any remaining sauce for serving.

10. 10

    Serve the tofu with the reserved sauce drizzled over it. It can be served with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Notes

For a gluten-free alternative, the source suggests tamari or coconut aminos in place of soy sauce. Agave can be replaced with maple syrup or another liquid sweetener, though the flavor will change. The source suggests serving with mashed potatoes and green beans, or other favorites. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 325°F (160°C) oven for 15 minutes or in an air fryer at 200°F for 10 minutes; microwave reheating is also possible but may reduce crispness. The structured data lists the air-fryer temperature as 200°F (150°C), which is internally inconsistent, so verify the temperature before using that method.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• vegan
• vegetarian
• dairy-free
• baked
• high-protein
• meal prep