Marinated Baked Tofu

• lb firm tofu↗1 lb
• cup soy sauce↗1⁄4 cup
• cup water↗1⁄2 cup
• teaspoons freshly grated gingerroot↗2 teaspoons
• large garlic cloves↗2
• teaspoon cumin↗1 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Drain tofu and press for thirty minutes to remove excess water.

2. 2

   To prepare marinade, mix the soy sauce and water, then add ginger, garlic, and cumin. 1 tsp cayenne pepper can be added for a spicy kick. Put marinade into a medium-sized, flat plastic container for marinating.

3. 3

   Slice tofu into 6 equal-sized "cutlets" and lay flat, side-by-side, in marinade. The container should be small enough so that the marinade covers at least half of the tofu.

4. 4

   Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning the tofu pieces over halfway through.

5. 5

   Cover a pan with tin foil and place marinated tofu on foil, brushing extra marinade over each piece.

6. 6

   Bake at 350 for 20 minutes, remove and flip tofu, then bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the edges appear golden brown.

7. 7

   Serve warm or refrigerate and serve chilled later.