July 14th, 2025
Recipes
Crispy Tofu in Spicy Agave Glaze
Valentina P
- Difficulty
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- Time 50"
Crispy roasted tofu tossed in a sweet and spicy agave sauce. Perfect over fluffy rice.
How To MakeDiet Type: Plant-based
Shopping List
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For the Tofu
- 1 (14 ounce) pack extra-firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon corn starch (optional) For the Spicy Agave Glaze
- 3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil (grapeseed, safflower, or avocado)
- 3 tablespoons agave syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 packed tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon sriracha
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Step 2: Remove the tofu from the packaging and drain all the liquid. Press the tofu using a tofu press, or cut it in half lengthwise and wrap each half in clean, absorbent towels. You can use paper towels or clean reusable ones. Set the wrapped tofu on a cutting board and then set something heavy on top of it. A heavy cast-iron pan or book would work. Press out the moisture in this way for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, combine all of the Spicy Agave Glaze ingredients in a wide-mouth mason jar and emulsify it with a stick blender (we like this one). You could also use a small blender, or whisk by hand. If doing so by hand, mince the ginger very well. It will be less creamy, but still tasty.
- Step 4: Remove the wet towels or the press from the tofu. Cut the tofu into 1" inch pieces.
- Step 5: Place the tofu in a bowl and gently toss it with the oil, coating all sides. Add the optional starch and coat all sides until no white starch patches remain.
- Step 6: Transfer the oiled tofu to the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 30 minutes, flipping them over after the first 15 minutes. Note: Before flipping, set the baking sheet on a cooling rack/oven top and let the tofu rest for 1 to 2 minutes. Giving the tofu a little time to cool off before flipping will help it not stick or tear on the baking sheet. After flipping, place the tofu back in the oven to finish cooking.
- Step 8: Toss the cooked tofu with a splash of the prepared glaze and top with cilantro.
- Serve: Enjoy with rice or cauliflower rice.
Recipe Notes
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Crispy Tofu in Spicy Agave Glaze
PT50M 1 (14 ounce) pack extra-firm tofu 1 tablespoon cooking oil 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon corn starch (optional) 3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil (grapeseed, safflower, or avocado) 3 tablespoons agave syrup 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 packed tablespoon fresh ginger, minced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon sriracha 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon salt Gluten Free Vegan 4 Servings
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