Tofu Marinade
This easy tofu marinade recipe transforms plain tofu into a delicious dish. Made with just 4 ingredients, it's sweet, salty, and umami forward. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 44kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon tamari
- 1 clove garlic minced
Instructions
- Whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, tamari, and garlic.
- Add to your tofu and let it sit for 20 minutes or up to 4 hours before cooking.
Video
Notes
TO STORE: Keep the unused marinade in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 week.
TO FREEZE: Freeze the marinade in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight before using.
Make it gluten-free. Use gluten-free soy sauce, but keep the tamari because it’s naturally gluten-free!
Spicy tofu marinade. Add 1-2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
Sweet tofu marinade. Add 2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup to balance out the savory elements.
Add some acidic element. Add 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar or lemon juice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.2mg | NET CARBS: 3g