Orange Teriyaki Tofu

Everyone who tried this simple dish at our recipe-testing meeting raved about it. The orange flavour really comes through.

• Ready In: 2 hrs
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 500  g firm tofu (2 blocks)
• 1⁄4 cup tamari soy sauce
• 3  tablespoons rice vinegar
• 3  tablespoons maple syrup
• 1⁄2 cup  orange juice
• 1  teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2  garlic cloves, crushed
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2  teaspoons  orange peel, grated

Directions

1. Cut tofu into large bite-sized squares and place in bowl.
2. Blend remaining ingredients. Pour over tofu. If time allows, marinate for one hour or longer.
3. Remove tofu from marinade and place in small casserole dish along with 1/2 cup marinade.
4. Bake uncovered in preheated 375°F oven for one hour, gently stirring and basting with marinade every 20 minutes.
5. Garnish with chopped parsley or fresh coriander.
6. Serve with rice and salad.
7. Source: Vegetarian Tastes of Toronto, p.54.