Tasty Tofu Marinade Recipe in Just 5 Steps

Today I am sharing a super easy and tasty tofu marinade recipe that requires only a few basic ingredients and just 5 steps!

Trust us, this delicious tofu marinade recipe will be one of the best you have tried! It’s so flavorful, versatile, and most importantly super easy to make, what else could you want? Let’s get some details!

Tofu Marinade Recipe

Ingredients

• 16 ounces of tofu (preferably extra-firm)
• 4 tablespoons of coconut aminos (or other gluten-free soy sauce substitute)
• 3 tablespoons of rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• Up to 3 tablespoons of neutral-flavored oil

Quick Step-By-Step Guide to Making Easy Tofu Marinade

Step #1: Press the Tofu

First, cut the tofu into cubes and then lay it on a flat surface lined with paper towels. Cover it with another layer of paper towels and set it with something heavy (book, pan, baking sheet, etc.). Keep it like that for about 15 minutes.

Step #2: Make the Super-Delicious Marinade

Take a clean bowl, pour the previously measured liquid ingredients into it (coconut aminos, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and sesame oil), and then add garlic and ginger.

Step #3: It’s Time to Marinate

Take the tofu and place it in a shallow dish if possible. Pour over the marinade and leave to marinate for about an hour. If you have enough time, you can even leave it in the dish overnight, the longer the better.

Take a look at this article for some more tips and tricks on how to marinate tofu.

Step #4: Fry the Tofu

Choose a suitable pan, preferably cast iron. You can even use a very good non-stick pan if you want to avoid adding oil. Heat the pan to a medium-high temperature, add the tofu (don’t spill the marinade, it will come in handy later), and fry until it gets a nice golden color.

After it’s done, feel free to pour the leftover marinade sauce into the pan with the tofu, and then stir to coat. This is the secret of this tasty tofu marinade recipe. This part won’t take too long because the tofu seems to absorb the marinade at the speed of light. As soon as you notice it is done, remove it from the heat.

Step #5: Serve & Store Leftovers

It would be best to serve tofu with a side dish such as rice and some vegetables such as baby bok choy, mushrooms, and even carrots.

Best of all, you don’t have to throw away the leftovers. You can store tofu in an airtight container and leave it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Accordingly, don’t hesitate to double the ingredients and make a larger amount of tofu. This way, you can have a ready-made meal that does not require additional cooking. Simply take it out of the container, heat it up, and serve it with your favorite side dish.

And that’s it! What do you think of this tasteful tofu marinade recipe? It has a 5-star rating from us. It’s very easy to make, and you only need a few ingredients that you already have in your pantry.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to leave a comment below.

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