Tofu

Tonight, tofu with spicy Indonesian sauce. I made this up years ago. This baking process is my usual way of prepping tofu for recipes.

Tofu with Spicy Indonesian Sauce
1 block tofu
Vegetable oil

Slice tofu 1/2 inch thick, drain well, and pat dry. Brush both sides of slices lightly with vegetable oil and place on baking sheet. Bake at 400º until golden and firm, about 15 minutes per side.

1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons fresh or pickled jalapeños
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon molasses
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons peanut butter

Mix next ingredients in blender or food processor to make a smooth dressing. Set aside.

Bean sprouts or chopped lettuce
Chopped peanuts
Green onions
Cilantro or mint

Arrange tofu on a bed of lettuce or bean sprouts; pour dressing over slices and garnish with peanuts, green onions, or cilantro. Serve at room temperature.