Miso Glazed Tofu

Press the tofu: Start by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into slices or cubes, and place them between paper towels. Place a heavy object on top to press the water out. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes.

Prepare the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, miso paste, maple syrup, sesame seed oil, minced garlic, and nutritional yeast. This will be your glaze for the tofu.

Coat the tofu: After pressing the tofu, cut it into your desired shape. Dip each piece of tofu into the glaze mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

Coat with corn starch: Sprinkle corn starch over the glazed tofu pieces, making sure they are evenly coated. This will give the tofu a crispy texture when cooked.

Cook the tofu: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a bit of oil. Place the coated tofu pieces in the pan and cook until they are crispy and golden brown on all sides.

Add water: Once the tofu is cooked and crispy, lower the heat and pour water into the pan. The water will help the glaze thicken and create a sticky sauce. Adjust the amount of water based on how thick you want the glaze to be.

Glaze the tofu: Gently toss the tofu in the pan, allowing the glaze to thicken and coat the tofu pieces evenly. Make sure the tofu is well-coated with the sticky glaze.

Serve: Remove the pan from the heat. Your Miso Glazed Tofu is now ready to be served. It pairs well with brown rice and veggies for a balanced meal.