Transform Your Tofu with These 3 Easy Marinades
Recipe Overview
Overview
In this recipe, you’ll learn how to create three distinct marinades that will elevate your tofu dishes to new heights. The Garlic Gochujang marinade is a spicy and umami-rich blend that pairs perfectly with the neutral flavor of tofu, making it a fantastic choice for stir-fries or grain bowls. The Jamaican Jerk marinade brings a vibrant mix of spices, including thyme and allspice, which adds depth and warmth to your tofu. Finally, the Lemon Caper marinade offers a refreshing twist, perfect for a light and zesty dish.
Each marinade is simple to prepare, requiring just a few ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. The key to success with tofu is to ensure it’s well-pressed to absorb the flavors fully. Whether you choose to bake, grill, or sauté your marinated tofu, these recipes promise to deliver delicious results that will satisfy both tofu lovers and skeptics alike.
These marinades are not only versatile but also allow for creativity in the kitchen. You can mix and match them with various vegetables, grains, or even use them as a base for sauces. With these easy-to-follow recipes, you’ll have a go-to method for transforming tofu into a flavorful centerpiece for any meal.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Press or boil tofu to remove excess water.
Tip: Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes to remove excess water.
Cut tofu into thirds lengthwise.
Place tofu on a plate covered with a kitchen towel and press with a heavy object.
Combine GOI Jang, soy sauce, agave, sesame oil, sesame seeds, lime juice, and grated garlic in a bowl.
Tip: Grate garlic with a microplane for better incorporation into marinades.
Blend onion, green onion, garlic, pepper, ginger, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, agave, and spices until smooth.
Combine minced shallot, lemon juice, olive oil, capers, maple syrup, thyme, turmeric, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
Tip: Always use fresh squeezed lemon juice for better flavor.
Transfer pressed tofu to a cutting board.
Cube tofu for garlic GOI Jang marinade.
Place cubed tofu in a bag, pour garlic GOI Jang sauce on top, and toss to coat.
Tip: Massage the tofu gently when coating with marinade to avoid breaking it.
Cube tofu for jerk marinade and place in a bowl, then pour jerk sauce on top and stir.
Leave tofu whole for lemon caper marinade, place in a container, and pour marinade over it.
Tip: Rotate tofu in marinade a couple of times for even flavor absorption.
Transfer garlic GOI Jang tofu to a baking dish and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
Sauté jerk tofu with vegetables and serve over rice.
Warm olive oil in a pan, add flour, then white wine and water or vegetable broth, and stir to thicken.
Add tofu and its marinade to the sauce and cook for about 5 minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Soy
→ Substitution: Tempeh or Seitan
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Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Pressing tofu helps remove excess water, allowing it to absorb marinades better.
- •Gochujang is a Korean red pepper paste that adds spice and umami to dishes.
- •Jerk seasoning typically includes a blend of spices like thyme, allspice, and nutmeg.
- •Lemon Caper sauce can be used not only for tofu but also for various vegetables.
