Oven-Baked Coconut Tofu

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A flavorful way to eat tofu. Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Service with white or brown rice.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons grated coconut

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet wine)

  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 (16 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained, pressed and cubed

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Spread coconut on a plate. Set aside. Whisk together soy sauce, mirin, maple syrup, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Dip the tofu in the soy sauce mixture, then dredge in the coconut until evenly coated. Place tofu on a baking sheet.

  3. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

156 Calories
10g Fat
8g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 156
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Sodium 235mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 10g 19%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 404mg 31%
Iron 6mg 36%
Potassium 185mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.