Garlic Sesame Tofu (Vegan and Gluten free!)

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Total: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 block of firm tofu

• 1 tablespoon corn starch

• 4 tablespoons gluten free breadcrumbs

• 1/3 cup gluten free soy sauce

• 2 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

• 4 tablespoons water

• 4 cloves garlic

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit

2. Drain liquid from tofu and pat dry with a towel

3. Cut tofu into 1 inch cubes (or preferred size) and add to a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce in the bowl of tofu.

4. Add cornstarch and toss. Toss tofu in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.

5. Put the tofu on a baking tray and bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

6. Prep the sauce while tofu is baking.

7. Mince garlic and saute with oil in a pan until lightly golden brown.

8. Add in 1/3 cup soy sauce, maple syrup/ honey, 2 tablespoons water, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.

9. In another bowl, whisk cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water and add to the pan.

10. Put on low heat until the sauce bubbles and thickens (about 4 minutes).

11. After the tofu is golden brown, toss with the sauce.

12. Serve tofu with rice and broccoli or eat as is!