Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu
Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu pairs a crisp, oven-firmed exterior with a juicy center soaked in a bold blend of soy, hoisin, and fresh ginger. The heat from the chili sauce balances sweet-savory notes, making each bite punchy yet well-rounded. Serve it for a quick weeknight dinner over rice or alongside stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 29 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 45
- Heart Health
- 14
- Metabolic
- 13
- Digestive
- 14
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Line a plate with two paper towels. Set the tofu on top, cover with two more paper towels, and place a heavy plate over the stack. Let it sit until liquid comes out of the tofu, 5 to 30 minutes. Slice the tofu into 1/2-inch strips.
- 2
Mix the soy sauce, chili sauce, ginger, and hoisin sauce in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the tofu, turn to coat with the marinade, press out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- 4
Take the tofu out of the marinade and shake off the excess. Arrange it on the prepared baking sheet. Discard the remaining marinade.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until firm, 30 to 35 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Calories 108.49 kcal Moderate 5%
- Protein 8.27 g Moderate 17%
- Carbohydrate 9.47 g 3%
- Total Fat 3.92 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.6 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.61 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 227.03 mg Moderate 10%
- Dietary Fiber 0.56 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 5.6 g --
- Added Sugars 4.78 g Moderate 10%
- Calcium 38.69 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.23 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 255.85 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 15.45 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 1.35 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
About This Recipe
Chili Ginger Oven Baked Tofu is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chili Sauce, Cooking Spray, Firm Tofu, and Fresh Ginger. Each serving provides about 108.49 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu made of?
- The main ingredients are Chili Sauce, Cooking Spray, Firm Tofu, Fresh Ginger, Hoisin Sauce. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 108.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu healthy?
- Chili-Ginger Oven-Baked Tofu has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 108.49 calories and 8.27 g of protein, or 17% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 227.03 mg (10% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 4.78 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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