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Chewy Baked Extra-Firm Tofu

Name: Chewy Baked Extra-Firm Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 16 ounces extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed (GI: 15); 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (GI: 0); 1 teaspoon olive oil (GI: 0); 1 teaspoon garlic powder (GI: 0); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (GI: 0); 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (GI: 0); 1 teaspoon cornstarch, optional for extra crispness (GI: 70)

Chef JeffType 2 Diabetic-Friendly

by lanaOct 2, 2026

Prep:10 minutes

Cook:30 minutes

Total:40 minutes

Servings:4

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Ingredients

16 ounces extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed (GI: 15)
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (GI: 0)
1 teaspoon olive oil (GI: 0)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (GI: 0)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (GI: 0)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (GI: 0)
1 teaspoon cornstarch, optional for extra crispness (GI: 70)

Instructions

1
Heat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2
Press the tofu under a heavy pan for 15–20 minutes, then pat it dry and cut it into cubes.
3
Toss tofu with soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper. Add cornstarch if using.
4
Spread tofu in a single layer, leaving space between pieces.
5
Bake for 15 minutes, flip, and bake 10–15 minutes more until golden and firm.
6
Serve with broccoli, cabbage, or a bean-and-vegetable bowl.

Chewy Baked Extra-Firm Tofu

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