This Vegan Teriyaki Tofu recipe is easy to make and perfectly crave-worthy. Crispy tofu is covered in a delicious teriyaki sauce for a hearty, healthy meal any night of the week.
Mix all the marinade ingredients and marinate cubes for at least 10 minutes.
Cut tofu into cubes.
Bake, fry, or air fry the tofu (see directions below).
Once the tofu is cooked, mix all of the sauce ingredients except the cornstarch and 2 TB of water in a saucepan. Heat on low medium until bubbling.
Mix cornstarch and 2 TB of water in a small bowl and add to the sauce. Stir and cook for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Coat tofu with sauce and serve with veggies of choice and rice/noodles/quinoa.
Pan Fry
Add the tofu to a pan with a tablespoon of oil and cook over medium heat. Fry for about 2 minutes on each side until golden in color.
Bake {Oil-Free}
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Place the tofu on a baking tray (optional - line baking tray with parchment paper) and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping in halfway.
Air Fry {Oil-Free}
Add tofu to air fryer basket and air fry at 400F for 10-15 minutes (or until done to your liking) tossing halfway through.
Notes
Serving and StoringLeftovers will keep in the fridge for about 5 days or in the freezer for up to a month.To reheat, microwave for 2-4 minutes or place in a pan on the stovetop with a couple tablespoons of water as needed.Tips
Don't skimp on pressing your tofu! Not only will it not absorb as much of the marinade flavors, it will also not cook as well.
Marinate for a minimum of 10 minutes to help absorb flavor
Keep an eye on your sauce! Wait until your tofu is done to cook the sauce. As soon as it hits a simmer, add the cornstarch slurry and cook for just about a minute more.