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The Easiest Tofu Marinade

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Did you do Veganuary this month or have switched to a plant-based diet? I do have to admit that I am not vegan and I eat meat/seafood but I do believe in everything in moderation and eating well balanced. I quite enjoy vegan substitutes and have them quite frequently.

When I was in post-secondary, I worked in a fast food place called Freshii but they focused on healthy products. They prepared their tofu in a similar way and since then I haven’t turned back.

Just like my mom, I enjoy tofu. We would often have Mapo Tofu and Egg Tofu at Chinese Restaurant and she also cooked different kinds of tofu dishes at home.

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My favourite thing about this marinated tofu is that you can do anything with it! The other day I made fresh rolls with rice wrappers, lettuce, cucumbers and homemade peanut sauce for lunch and the next day I crumbled my tofu and put it on top of fresh white rice and some steamed veggies on the side. You could make some “Asian” tacos and use this as ground beef. You can form it into a patty for a burger. Honestly, the list is endless!

I’d say you can make it at the beginning of the week, cook it and store it in the fridge for up to 4 days or you can leave it in the marinade for 7. Make sure you let it soak for at least 2 hours before cooking! You don’t need to reserve the marinade but can definitely thicken it up and add it as a glaze on top.

My friend Freya also did a Quick and Easy Vegan Tofu Bowl recipe that looks so amazing with peanut ginger sauce. Yum!

I’ve also made an Instagram reel, here!

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HERE’S HOW TO MAKE The Easiest Tofu Marinade:

Where can I find these ingredients?

Tofu is available everywhere so literally anywhere! As for the rest, any basic Asian market will do or if your grocery store has an Asian aisle then you should be able to find sriracha, sesame oil and soy sauce. This is the easiest and best-tasting version I’ve followed but you can add fresh ginger, garlic, onions, oyster sauce and any other spices you’d like.

What are the ingredients?

-Tofu (I always like mine medium firm)

-Soy Sauce

-Sesame Oil

-Sriracha

-Brown Sugar

-Garlic Powder

-Water

-Salt & Pepper

Can I sub anything out?

You most definitely can! I’m not totally familiar but I believe liquid aminos is fairly similar to soy sauce. Brown sugar can be swapped with honey or monkfruit sweetener. Just make sure to add in a little at a time and don’t be able to taste the marinade to make sure you have it right before spoiling all of your tofu!

What does it taste like?

This marinade reminds me so much of a pokĂš bowl! The sesame, soy and sriracha complement each other so well. Imagine an ahi tuna shoyu pokĂš bowl and just swap the tuna for tofu and that’s literally what it tastes like! The texture of tofu is quite different so if you’d never had it before, it can either be super soft or super firm. Really up to you!

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Sesame Soy Tofu Marinade

This recipe is my favourite Sesame Soy Tofu Recipe! I've never gotten sick of it and can have it every week. Can top this tofu on salads, burgers, rice, tacos, soups and so much more!
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Prep Time 4 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Package Tofu I use medium firm but it's your choice!
  • 1/2 Cup Soy Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp Sriracha
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1 Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder (To Taste)

Instructions
 

  • Slice tofu and place into a air tight container.
  • Grab a seperate bowl and whisk all the ingredients together.
  • Pour over tofu and store in the fridge for up to 2 hours before cooking.

Notes

  • Make sure to let soak for a least 2 hours before cooking
  • Firm or soft works as well depending on what dishes you’ll be making

This was a little rushed I have to admit but it didn’t even occur to me that I should share it! I remembered that a lot of people were participating in Veganuary and thought would be nice to write a short post on it. I swear by this recipe and I really enjoy it.

Do you like tofu? How do you cook your tofu meals?! I’d love to know in the comments!

Xo,

Lynn

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Comments

  3. Hands down, this has to be the only tofu marinade recipe we ever use. It is delicious, even without the hot sauce, and lends a sweet tang to the tofu. We also use it on various meats. 🙂

  4. That’s one of the benefits of cooking with tofu – it takes on the flavors of whatever you pair it with. Yum, this marinade recipe sounds great. And yes, Bragg’s does taste like soy sauce. Coconut aminos also tastes like soy sauce. I also use the Lankanto brand of monkfruit instead of sugar. Works great.

  5. Personally I think different recipes are good to make meals less boring. This is an excellent way to improve your tofu experience.

  6. I will actually admit that I have never tried tofu before ? and I am quite a fussy eater, but I am open to trying anything and I definitely would give this recipe a go! X

  8. I loved Tofu dishes, but I have never tried marinade tofu at home. Thanks for sharing this wonderful and simple recipe. I am definitely going to try this:)

  9. I’ve never actually tried tofu so this is so interesting to read. I’m conscious about putting too much meat into my body, so this is going to be really helpful! Thank you.

    Rosie

  10. This looks super yummy! I’m really trying to swap out meat for other alternatives and think I’ll have to try this. I’ve had tofu before but it was years ago so I’m excited to try again with your marinade.

  11. I love this! I’m not doing veganuary, but my mum cooks a lot of vegetarian dishes for us- including tofu! I’ll have to show her this idea, thank you for sharing x

  12. I’ve never actually tried tofu but this marinade sounds delicious and I love allll the ingredients you’ve used! This would make a beautiful dish, with a load of veggies!

  13. I haven’t ever tried tofu before, but this marinade sounds delicious. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

  16. This sounds great and easy to make! We have started eating tofu more often now and it’s delicious and so versatile! Will try this one of these nights to spice up our usual sweet and sour tofu! Thank you so much for sharing Lynn x

  17. I feel like I’m the only person left in the world who’s never tried Tofu! But maybe I should try your recipe!

    Katie | katieemmabeauty.com

  21. Looks yummy and I like the ingredients can be replaced with similar ones in case don’t find it. Will add it to the list. Thank you for sharing!

  23. This looks delicious! I love finding new ways to eat tofu so I’m definitely going to try this. Thanks for sharing 🙂

  24. I’ll be honest, I’ve never tried tofu! But the marinade sounds so delicious – I might have to branch out and give it a try! Thanks for sharing!

  25. Wow – this marinade sounds delicious! If I get some tofu soon I’ll definitely want to flavour it with some of this. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

    Paige

  28. Oh wow, I didn’t know how simple it was to make tofu! This sounds great.

  29. I must admit that I never tried tofu. I’ve seen a lot of different recipes and this one looks so delicious. I think it is about time I try it.

    Antonia || Sweet Passions

  30. Yummy-licious!!!!!!! I love marinated tofu. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

  31. I’ve not had tofu before, but it’s something that I’ve always wanted to try – it looks to have such an interesting texture. The ingredients in the marinade sound delish! x

    Sophie

  32. I’m planning to make some Asian dishes next days so I’ve just bought some tofu. I’ll try that marinade 🙂

    RunawayAnn

  34. I will definitely try this recipe. I make nems with tofu instead of pork and this marinade will give the tofu a taste!

  35. I love eating tofu! Especially since it can be prepared so many different ways. I am the same with you – I eat everything in moderation. I don’t eat meat every day and when I do, it’s not A LOT. Moderation is key. I love that the marinade is easy to prepare. You can never go wrong with oyster sauce. It is great that you don’t need much ingredients. Sesame oil is my fave! Thanks for sharing!

    Nancy ✹

  36. I just love making tofu, this sounds like a fabulous tofu marinade 🙂 I need to make this, great post!

  37. I am not a fan of tofu, but your marinate seens to take their flavor profile to another level. ? This year i started to play with the idea of veganism and meat alternatives. But i have always been a Meatless Mondayer. ??

  39. I love eating tofu! It can be made into many different types, my favorite one could be tofu with spicy sauce. Will try this one from you! Thanks for sharing your recipe x

  40. I love tofu & whenever I make sushi, I usually use salt, pepper & soy sauce for the tofu, but I think I’ll try this marinade next time!

  41. That looks so good, tofu is something I enjoy since it takes on the flavors so well. Definitely will try the recipe ?

  42. This looks delicious and I’ll definitely have to try it! ????

  44. I’ve bookmarked this so I can come back and try it! I’ve been eating tofu forever and I’ve never actually marinated it before. This sounds like the perfect easy recipe to give that a try! 🙂

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