Name: Summery Tofu Marinades – 3 different ways!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 block extra-firm or super-firm tofu; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 0.25 cup lime juice; 3 cloves garlic; 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro; 1 tsp fine sea salt; 0.5 tsp ground black pepper; 1 tsp ground paprika; 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup; 1 block extra-firm or super-firm tofu; 1.5 tablespoons cayenne pepper; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 0.5 tsp chili powder; 0.5 tsp paprika; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tsp salt; Black pepper; 1 block extra-firm or super-firm tofu; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 0.5 tsp ground mustard; 1 tbsp fresh dill; 0.5 tbsp white rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup; 0.25 tsp fine sea salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper

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If using extra-firm tofu, make sure you press it first.

Cut or tear the tofu into bite sized chunks. I like to tear my tofu because it provides lots of rough edges that get crispy when you cook it.

Combine all of the marinade ingredients for your selected flavor into a sealable container (bags or Tupperware both work well). Add in the tofu and toss to combine.

Let marinate for at least 30 minutes but longer is better. Cook according to desired preferences. I love to air fry my tofu but you can also pan fry it, grill it or bake it! ENJOY!

Notes

Super firm tofu does not need to be pressed.

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Press Your Tofu Thoroughly 🌊
Remove excess moisture from extra-firm tofu using a press or weighted method for at least 30 minutes before marinating to allow the marinade to penetrate deeply and create better texture when cooked.
Balance Acid and Oil Ratio ⚖️
Maintain a 1:3 ratio of acid (vinegar or citrus) to oil in your marinades to ensure proper emulsification and prevent the tofu from becoming overly saturated or greasy.
Marinate in Shallow Containers 📦
Use shallow, flat containers rather than deep bowls so the tofu is fully submerged and all sides absorb the marinade evenly, rotating pieces halfway through for consistent flavor distribution.
Toast Your Spices First 🔥
Bloom ground spices like paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder in warm olive oil for 30 seconds before adding other wet ingredients to unlock their full flavor potential and eliminate any raw spice taste.
Cube After Marinating 🔪
Cut your tofu into cubes after marinating rather than before to maintain structural integrity and prevent pieces from absorbing too much liquid, which can lead to mushiness during cooking.

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