Cold Teriyaki Tofu
Refreshingly simple and bursting with umami, Cold Teriyaki Tofu is the perfect chilled appetizer or light side dish for any occasion. This no-bake recipe features tender cubes of firm tofu soaked in a homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, and a touch of brown sugar for a perfectly balanced sweetness. The sauce is thickened to velvety perfection, then poured over the tofu to marinate, infusing it with bold, savory flavors. Garnished with finely sliced green onions and nutty toasted sesame seeds, this dish delivers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Ready in just under 30 minutes of active prep and cooking time, it’s an easy, healthy, and vegan-friendly recipe that’s ideal for warm weather dining or quick meal prep. Serve it as is for a satisfying cold dish, or pair it with steamed rice for a more substantial meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Firm tofu
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Mirin
- 1.5 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 1 stalk (finely sliced) Green onion
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Gently drain the tofu and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Cut it into 2 cm cubes and set aside.
2. Prepare the teriyaki sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, about 1-2 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring continuously. Let the sauce simmer for another minute until it thickens. Remove from heat and allow it to cool completely.
4. Arrange the tofu cubes in a flat container, ensuring they are not stacked on top of each other. Pour the cooled teriyaki sauce over the tofu, covering each piece evenly. Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the tofu to absorb the flavors.
5. Once chilled, transfer the marinated tofu to a serving plate. Drizzle some of the remaining sauce from the container over the tofu.
6. Garnish with finely sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately as a cold appetizer or light side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2384 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 720 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 906 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
