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Maple Glazed Tofu

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This delicious Maple Glazed Tofu will give a holiday ham a run for the money. It combines all the traditional flavors of a glazed ham without the ham.

Ingredients

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For the tofu:

1 block (16 oz) extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed

3 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari, or liquid aminos

1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke

20 - 30 whole cloves (the spice), *see notes

For the glaze:

1/4 cup maple syrup

2 tablespoons aquafaba (liquid from chickpeas)

2 tablespoons water

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

4 tablespoons mince garlic

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 cup crushed pineapple

Instructions

  1. Prepare the tofu by pressing it using a tofu press or between tea towels with something heavy on top (like a skillet) for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Pressing the tofu squeezes excess water out so that the tofu can absorb the marinade and absorb the marinade.
  2. Once pressed, remove the tofu and pat dry. Slice block in half lengthwise to make to blocks. Use a knife to score a diamond pattern across the surface of the tofu cutting about ¼ inch deep. Add the soy sauce and liquid smoke to a sealable bag or container, then add the tofu. Let the tofu marinate for a minimum of 1 hour or as long as overnight in the fridge, flipping the tofu every now and then to ensure both sides get marinated.
  3. When ready to roast the tofu, preheat your oven to 375F (190C).
  4. Remove the tofu from the marinade and place on the prepared baking dish. Poke a whole clove into the center of each diamond. Bake for 50 – 60 minutes until the tofu is a dark golden brown.
  5. While the tofu is baking, prepare the glaze by adding the maple syrup, aquafaba, water, mustard, garlic, cinnamon, & pineapple to a small pot. Put over medium-high heat, bring to a simmer while whisking often. Cooking for about two minutes. Remove from heat & set aside.
  6. Once the tofu has baked and is golden brown, remove from the oven, brush the prepared glaze on top. Return tofu to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the glaze is bubbling. Remove from the oven and let cool 10 minutes. Remove the cloves before eating.

Notes

Cloves

Pull cloves out before eating.

Air Fryer

For a crispier outside try cooking in an air fryer. Time and temperature will need adjusted.

No Pineapple

Either omit or replace with pureed peaches or apricots.

No Aquafaba

Use water or vegetable broth instead.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://nutritiouslysimple.com/maple-glazed-tofu/