Nitrate & Nitrite Free Vegan Char Siu Tofu
Total time1 hr 15 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time30 min
5.0(3)
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4 servings
For the tofu
- 2 blocks (14 oz each) extra-firm tofu
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as avocado oil or canola oil)
For the char siu glaze
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp five-spice powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp red food coloring (optional)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
For serving
- 2 cups jasmine rice, cooked, for serving
- 2 stalks green onion, thinly sliced, for serving
- 1 tsp sesame seeds, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Press the tofu: wrap each block in a clean kitchen towel (or use a tofu press) and set a heavy skillet or cutting board on top. Press for at least 30 minutes, until the towels have absorbed a significant amount of moisture. Cut each block lengthwise into 4 thick slabs (8 slabs total).
- 2
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top. Brush the rack lightly with the neutral oil.
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