FOOD NEWS
For The Best Tofu Of Your Life, Try Broiling It
By Madalyn Mackarey
The best way to transform an uncooked, mushy block of tofu into slices with crisp exteriors and soft, juicy interiors is by cooking them in a broiler.
Cooking tofu in the broiler aims to create a caramelized, flavorful block of this meatless protein. You will need to start by pressing your tofu and creating a juicy marinade.
Starting with a firm or extra firm, non-silken block of tofu is your best bet for flavor absorption, as it doesn't contain as much water.
Press your tofu by wrapping it in a kitchen towel, placing it on a plate, and laying a heavy item on top, like a cookbook or skillet, for at least 10 minutes.
Once pressed, slice your tofu into rectangles because they allow for the least amount of flipping and rotation while broiling, resulting in an even browning on both sides.
After laying out your tofu slices on a sheet pan, coat them in your marinade, which should combine saltiness, sweetness, and acidity according to your recipe.
Keep an eye on the tofu to avoid burning, and rotate the pan halfway through — about five minutes. As a bonus, reserve some marinade to brush on the tofu after it's cooked.