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This Crispy Baked Orange Tofu is reminiscent of the popular Chinese dish. A sticky, sweet orange sauce is paired with the most amazing crispy BAKED tofu!
This magical orange tofu recipe reminds me so much of my pre-vegan Panda Express orange chicken days! The sauce is to die for, and the tofu is baked to crispy perfection instead of being fried. I prefer baking tofu, as you can see from my Sticky Sriracha Tofu and Peanut Tofu.

It's an easy weeknight meal, especially if you press your tofu beforehand! All you have to do is get some rice cooking, bake the tofu, make your orange sauce, then mix the crispy tofu in it.

My 4 year old is obsessed with this dish. He asks me every couple of days to make his "favorite tofu" (this recipe), so we eat it quite often around this house!

How to make Crispy Baked Orange Tofu

This is my favorite method for baking tofu.

Add your pressed tofu cubes to a large ziplock type bag (large plastic containers work well, too). Now add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and olive oil (or soy sauce for oil free). Close the bag and gently shake it around to coat the tofu.

Place the tofu on a parchment lined baking sheet, and bake for 15 minutes, flip, and bake for 15 more minutes until golden and crispy. It's so much easier than frying, plus less oil too!

Simple Sticky Orange Sauce

The orange sauce is made of simple ingredients:

Vegetable broth

Fresh squeezed orange juice (from a few oranges)

Sugar (or other sweetener)

Rice Vinegar

Low sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free)

Garlic

Ginger

Sriracha hot sauce

& Cornstarch/water slurry

Once the tofu is cooked and the sauce has thickened, add the tofu to the sauce and stir. That's it!

Special Tips & Instructions

Gluten-free: Use gluten free tamari instead of soy sauce.

Tofu-free: Try using cauliflower instead! Bake it just like you would the tofu, then mix with the sauce.

Sweetener options: Add less or more sugar to taste, or substitute pure maple syrup, agave or even coconut sugar.

Fry instead of bake: If you prefer, you can pan fry the tofu instead. Simply toss the tofu with cornstarch, then fry in a thin layer of oil.

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*This recipe was originally posted in Jan. 2018 and has been updated with new photos and writing Dec. 2019.

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Teriyaki Tofu is a quick and simple dinner that's faster than take-out! Served with rice and broccoli, the teriyaki-slathered tofu is tender, crisp, and so satisfying.

Everyone will love this Teriyaki Tofu for dinner! Crispy golden tofu squares are coated in a sticky, savory, and sweet homemade teriyaki sauce and layered over white rice with cooked broccoli. Topped with sesame seeds and green onions, it's a satisfying, easy, and flavorful option for your weeknight dinners.

If you think you don't like tofu, I'm guessing you've just never had it prepared correctly! I encourage you to try some of my delicious recipes (including this recipe), such as flavorful Marinated Tofu, Crispy Baked Tofu or my favorite: Sesame Tofu.
This vegan Teriyaki Tofu is:

Made with super simple ingredients that are SO flavorful!

Ready in about 30 minutes.

Flexible - Pan fry or bake the tofu, double or triple the recipe as needed.

Really easy to make gluten free.

Perfect for meal prep with Vegan Fried Rice and veggies on the side.

How to make easy teriyaki tofu

First, press the tofu

Don't forget: press the tofu before you get started! You can do this ahead of time, perhaps on the weekend, so you don't have to press it on busy weeknights. Or purchase the super firm variety of tofu, which does not need to be pressed.

Press the tofu by wrapping it in a clean tea towel. Place a plate or pan on top of the wrapped tofu, and put a couple of heavy books or cast iron pan on top of that. Let the tofu press for 20-30 minutes.

Make teriyaki sauce

Next, combine all the teriyaki sauce ingredients in a small bowl except for the cornstarch. Stir and set aside.

Prepare the crispy tofu

Once the tofu has been pressed, rip it into bite sized chunks (or simply slice it into squares, rectangles or triangles). Add it to a large bowl and drizzle the soy sauce on it. Gently stir, then sprinkle on the cornstarch and gently stir again, being careful not to crumble the tofu as it will be fragile.

Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add the oil to coat the pan. Pan fry the tofu until golden and crisp on all sides.

Once the tofu is golden, turn the heat down. Stir the teriyaki sauce once more before pouring into the pan with the tofu. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for a few minutes.

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water and pour into the pan. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens.

Baked tofu instead of pan fried

Sometimes I like to bake the tofu instead, especially if I double or triple the recipe for my family of 5.

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Chunk the tofu, then add them to a large bowl, along with the soy sauce and cornstarch. Stir gently to coat. Arrange the tofu evenly on the prepared pan. Bake for about 15 minutes, then flip the pieces over. They should be lightly golden and crisp. Prepare the sauce on the stove, then add the tofu.

Instead of pan frying or baking, you can also make this Air Fryer Tofu, then mix it with the cooked sauce on the stovetop.

Serving suggestions

A quick and easy way to serve teriyaki tofu is layering it over a bowl of brown or basmati rice with steamed or roasted broccoli on the side. Cauliflower, carrots, bok choy, green beans, or asparagus would also be delicious on the side.

Teriyaki tofu has plenty of other uses if you're looking to spice things up. Instead of topping it on a bowl of rice, mix the tofu into vegan stir fry, teriyaki noodles or on its own with a side of fried rice.

Frequently asked questions

1. Is it gluten free? To make gluten free teriyaki tofu, substitute the soy sauce for gluten free tamari.

2. Can I make it with less salt? You might find that the tofu is just a touch salty because of the soy sauce. Using a low sodium soy sauce will help lower the amount of sodium in the recipe. Or substitute some of the soy sauce for water to lower the sodium even more.

3. Can I make it ahead of time? Sure! You can prepare the entire meal a few days ahead of time, then reheat the tofu in a pan. The tofu won't be as crisp but it will work. Or simply store the prepared sauce in the fridge, then just cook the tofu and add the sauce.

4. How long does it last? Leftover teriyaki tofu will stay fresh in the fridge for about 4 or 5 days. You can technically freeze it, but the tofu will have quite a different texture. If needed, it will work.

Looking for more incredible tofu dinners?

This recipe was first posted in 2021 and was slightly different, calling for two blocks of tofu with roasted broccoli. If you are looking for that version, here is a printable version of it: Baked Teriyaki Tofu with Roasted Broccoli. I updated the recipe with a much more simple recipe after much testing. Thank you!

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Teriyaki Tofu is a quick and simple dinner that's faster than take-out! The teriyaki-slathered tofu is tender, crisp, and so satisfying.

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Oct 10, 2019 - How to make the best easy Thai peanut sauce for dipping veggies, tofu, spring rolls! Vegan peanut sauce takes just 5 minutes and a few ingredients.

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This Tempeh Marinade is an easy recipe to add flavors to tempeh and create the best high-protein vegan dinner.