Ginger Lime Tofu with Oat Topping (Printable Version)

Crispy oat-crusted tofu with zesty ginger-lime marinade

# Ingredient List:

→ For the Tofu Steaks

01 - 14 oz firm tofu, drained and pressed
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
04 - 1 tbsp maple syrup
05 - 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ For the Oat Topping

09 - ½ cup rolled oats
10 - 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
11 - 1 tbsp olive oil
12 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
13 - ¼ tsp salt
14 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ For Serving

15 - Lime wedges
16 - Extra chopped cilantro

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice pressed tofu into 4 thick steaks. Pat dry with paper towels.
03 - Whisk soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper in shallow dish.
04 - Place tofu steaks in marinade, turning to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes.
05 - Combine rolled oats, nutritional yeast, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and cilantro in small bowl. Mix until oats are coated.
06 - Arrange marinated tofu on prepared baking sheet. Spoon remaining marinade over top.
07 - Sprinkle oat topping evenly over each tofu steak, pressing gently to adhere.
08 - Bake 18–20 minutes until oat topping is golden and tofu is heated through.
09 - Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges and extra cilantro.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The oat crust creates this incredible crispy chewy texture that makes tofu feel like a real main dish
  • The ginger lime marinade cuts through everything with brightness while the maple syrup balances it perfectly
02 -
  • The pressing step is what makes restaurant quality tofu at home, I use a tofu press but wrapping it in towels and setting something heavy on it for 20 minutes works perfectly
  • The oat crust will get soggy if you marinate the tofu after applying it, so always marinate first and crust right before baking
03 -
  • For extra crispy oat topping, run the baked tofu under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes at the end, watching closely so it doesn't burn
  • If you're gluten free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and certified gluten free oats, and the recipe works perfectly

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