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Garlic Herb Butter Tofu

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  • Author: She Likes Food
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Garlic Butter Herb Tofu is marinated with smoky flavors, seared on the outside until crispy and then cooked with butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme and sage. It’s packed with flavor and inspired by the classic garlic and butter steak dish. This delicious tofu recipe is fancy enough for a special occasion, but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Serve with mashed potatoes and veggies for a full meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (14-16 ounce) package super firm tofu or extra firm tofu pressed well
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1–2 sprigs each of fresh thyme, rosemary and sage
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • Salt and black pepper

Tofu marinade

  • 1/3 cup tamari, I use low sodium
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic OR 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated garlic

Instructions

  1. Optional: If you want an extra chewy texture to your tofu, you can place the tofu package in the freezer and freeze overnight, until completely frozen.  The tofu will have a yellow color once it is frozen.  Move the tofu to the refrigerator and allow to thaw completely.  This will give the tofu a slightly spongy texture and it will help it to really soak up the marinade.  You will need to press the tofu well, once it has completely thawed out.  Just like a sponge, it will hold onto the liquid.
  2. Once tofu is completely pressed, slice it into 4-6 equal sized slices.  You can make them as thick or as thin as you like.  To a ziplock bag, or container with lid, add all of the tofu marinade ingredients.  Mix together the marinade well and then add in the tofu slices.  Make sure that the tofu is completely coated in the marinade, there won’t be too much, but just enough to coat the tofu.  Place tofu in the refrigerator and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or as long as overnight (for extra flavor).
  3. Remove the tofu from the marinade and use a paper towel to press down and soak up any extra marinade on the top of the tofu, this just helps to prevent the tofu from burning.  You can also use your hands to squeeze the tofu a little bit, if you notice it seems to have absorbed a lot of the marinade.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add in the olive oil.  Once oil is hot, add in the marinated tofu slices in a single layer.  Let tofu cook until for about 4-5 minutes, until the bottom is nicely browned.  Flip the tofu over, let cook for 1 minute and then add in the butter, smashed garlic and fresh herbs.  Once butter has melted you can slightly tilt the pan and spoon the infused butter over the tofu.  Do this for about 3-4 minutes, flipping tofu over halfway through, if desired.  Sprinkle the tofu with flaky salt and black pepper, if desired, and serve with your favorite side dishes.
  • Prep Time: 40 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Dinner, Vegetarian
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://www.shelikesfood.com/garlic-herb-butter-tofu-steak/