Name: Balsamic Tofu
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 blocks tofu (extra firm (freeze for 24 hrs, thaw, then press out extra water before using)); 4 tbsp olive oil (divided); 2 tbsp tamari (or use coconut aminoes for less salt); 2/3 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp maple syrup (substitute allulose to lower the sugar); 1 tbsp dijon mustard; 1 tbsp basil ((dried)); 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (omit if you prefer); 1 tsp thyme; 1 tsp fennel seeds; 7 cloves garlic (minced); 12 basil leaves (fresh)

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Quick and Easy Balsamic Tofu Recipe

Sweet tartness with a complex flavor combination- that’s how we describe Balsamic sauces. Truly, they just seem to call out for a fellow food to transport them to our tastebuds. And once there, that unique balsamic flavor dances around, creating almost musical harmony. And that is what brings us back time and again to the quick and easy balsamic tofu recipe. The flavors and the ease of making this dish create quite an appeal.

Easy Balsamic Tofu Recipe Ingredients

We always have the basics on hand for this flavorful meal.

Balsamic vinegar
tamari or coconut aminos
maple syrup
dijon mustard
basil
fennel
thyme
garlic
olive oil
extra firm tofu (frozen, then thawed)

That’s it, just the basics from our refrigerator and pantry. Oh, and a few basil leaves from our herb garden.

Gather the ingredients and begin. Dinner is ready in a half-hour. Yes, it is that easy and quick.

What to serve with our Easy Balsamic Tofu Recipe

Our favorite accompaniments include brown rice and stir-fried veggies. But of course, you might prefer steamed broccoli and noodles. In fact, either of these or other traditional sides, make this delicious meal quite complete.

Balsamic Tofu

Balsamic flavors infused into chewy firm tofu create a delicious, yet quick and easy, dinner. For an even deeper flavor, marinate the tofu overnight. Yum!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 25 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Asian

Servings servings

Calories 111 kcal

Ingredients

2 blocks tofu extra firm (freeze for 24 hrs, thaw, then press out extra water before using)
4 tbsp olive oil divided
2 tbsp tamari or use coconut aminoes for less salt
2/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp maple syrup substitute allulose to lower the sugar
1 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp basil (dried)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes omit if you prefer
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp fennel seeds
7 cloves garlic minced
12 basil leaves fresh

Instructions

In a wok or large saute pan, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil.
Cut the tofu into small cubes. Add to the hot oil and saute until browned, turning as needed.
Combine the remaining ingredients except for the fresh basil leaves into a small bowl. Whisk together.
Pour the sauce over the tofu (still in the pan) and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the sauce is reduced.
Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve hot with brown rice or noodles and stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 31mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 97IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg

Keyword balsamic, tofu

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