Cheesy Baked Tofu Broccoli (Printable Version)

A vibrant blend of tofu and broccoli baked in a creamy, cheesy sesame-ginger sauce with savory notes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Tofu & Vegetables

01 - 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 1 large head (12 oz) broccoli, cut into florets
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cheesy Sesame Ginger Sauce

06 - 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (soy or oat)
07 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (use vegan cheese for vegan option)
08 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese (regular or plant-based)
09 - 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
12 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
13 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
15 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)

→ Garnish

17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss tofu cubes and broccoli florets with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper; spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tofu is golden and broccoli is tender-crisp.
04 - While baking, combine plant-based milk, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, nutritional yeast, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, soy sauce, minced garlic, cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sriracha in a saucepan over medium heat.
05 - Whisk constantly until cheese melts and the sauce thickens, approximately 5 to 7 minutes; adjust seasoning as needed.
06 - Transfer baked tofu and broccoli to a casserole dish, pour sauce evenly over, and gently toss to coat; bake uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until bubbling and golden.
07 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions atop before serving warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Plant-based and high protein
  • Gluten-Free option available
02 -
  • Use plant-based cheeses for a vegan version
  • Tamari is a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce
03 -
  • Press tofu well to remove excess moisture for better crispiness
  • Stir sauce constantly to avoid lumps
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