Looking for an easy meal? Look no further than this Easy Balsamic Tofu recipe! This dish is simple to make and tastes delicious. Tofu is marinated in a balsamic marinade, then grilled or broiled until crispy. Serve this dish with rice and steamed vegetables for a nutritious and satisfying meal. This recipe is my favorite way to prepare tofu!
I’m always on the hunt for quick weeknight dinners that can be prepared in advance. The last thing you want to do at 5:00 p.m. is decide what you’re making for dinner. This Easy Marinated Balsamic Tofu recipe can be prepared almost entirely in advance.
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The ingredients
- Firm or Extra-firm tofu
- Balsamic vinegar
- oil
- maple syrup
- shallot
- Mustard
- Garlic
See the recipe card for quantities
Step-by-step preparation with photos
Dry your tofu out as much as possible by pressing it firmly with a clean towel. This will allow the marinade to penetrate the tofu without being watered down. Add the marinade at least two hours in advance of dinner, or you can place it in the fridge overnight. When you’re ready, put the tofu on the grill for 7-10 minutes per side. The tofu will develop grill marks, and become crispy on the outside.
FAQS
The balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard create a delicious sweet and tangy flavor, while the shallots and garlic add depth of flavor.
This dish can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to four days. Reheat it in the oven or on the stove on medium heat before serving.
Yes, this recipe can be made in advance. The tofu can be marinated up to two days ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Grill or broil the tofu when you are ready to serve. This dish is also great for meal prep and can be reheated in the oven or on the stove.
It can be served with rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips
The marinade can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
If you are short on time, you can cook the tofu in a pan on the stove instead of grilling it.
Variations
You can add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to the marinade to replace the salt
You can replace the maple syrup with honey
You can replace de shallots with a small onion
If you want to change up the flavors of this dish, try using different types of vinegar or changing the sweetener. You could also add some fresh herbs to the marinade for a different flavor profile. Be creative and experiment until you find a combination that you love.
Oven instructions
- Press tofu with paper towels to remove as much water as possible. You can also use a tofu press if you have one.
- On a cutting board, cut the Tofu into about ½-inch slices
- In a small bowl, mix the rest of the ingredients to make the simple marinade
- Coat the tofu well with the marinade and let marinate in a large bowl for at least 2 hours or overnight
- Place the tofu on a large baking sheet covered with parchment paper and cook at 400˚F for 20 minutes
Easy Balsamic Tofu
Ingredients
- 1 block of extra firm tofu
- 4 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 shallots finely chopped
- 2 teaspoon garlic minced or teaspoon of garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the tofu dry with paper towels to remove as much water as possible. You can also use a tofu press if you have one.
- Cut the Tofu into about ½ inch slices
- In a small bowl, mix the rest of the ingredients to make the simple marinade
- Coat the tofu well with the marinade and let marinate in a large bowl for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Remove the excess liquid and cook on the BBQ at medium-high heat for 7 to 10 minutes per side..
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