Marinated Baked Tofu

Prep time: 10 minutes

Prep notes: 
Marinade Time: 2-3 hours

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Yields: 4 people

Ingredients: 

1 pound extra firm tofu
1 cup sesame oil
1/4 cup tamari
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder 

Directions: 

1. Slice tofu into 4 1-inch slices.
2. Combine sesame oil, tamari, paprika, sesame seeds, ginger and garlic.
3. Combine until well blended. 
4. Marinate tofu 2-3 hours, or overnight in the fridge.
5. Remove tofu from marinade. 
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until done.

Notes: 

• Serve over brown rice with some leafy greens on the side.

Source: Institute of Integrative Nutrition New York