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Crispy baked BBQ tofu triangles topped with sesame seeds and sliced green onions
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BBQ Tofu

Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and coated in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, this easy BBQ Tofu is perfect for bowls, sandwiches, salads, and more.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 4
Calories: 156kcal
Author: Iosune Robles

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-ounce) block extra-firm or firm tofu
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½-¾ cup BBQ sauce
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pressing the tofu isn’t required, especially if you’re using extra-firm tofu, but it will help the tofu get crispier and absorb the BBQ sauce better. To press it, wrap the tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place something heavy on top for about 15-30 minutes, or use a tofu press if you prefer.
    Tofu being pressed with a kitchen towel and a heavy pot on top
  • Cut the tofu into triangles or cubes and add them to a large mixing bowl.
    Tofu triangles in a mixing bowl
  • Add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well coated.
    Tofu triangles coated with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper
  • Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss again until evenly coated.
    Tofu triangles coated with cornstarch and seasonings
  • Arrange the tofu in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
    Tofu triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Bake for 15 minutes, flip the tofu, and bake for 10 more minutes, or until lightly golden and crispy around the edges.
    Baked tofu triangles on a baking sheet
  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven, pour ½ cup of BBQ sauce over the tofu, and toss gently until evenly coated. If you prefer it extra saucy, you can use up to ¾ cup.
    Baked tofu triangles coated with BBQ sauce before baking
  • Bake for 10 more minutes, or until the sauce is sticky and caramelized. Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
    Baked BBQ tofu triangles on a baking sheet

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
  • Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Let the tofu cool completely before freezing.
  • Thaw overnight in the fridge or reheat directly from frozen.
  • Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, or in the oven or air fryer at 350ºF (180ºC) until warm and slightly crispy again. The microwave works too, but the tofu will be softer. Add more BBQ sauce if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 577mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 81IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg
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