Easy Flavorful Tofu – 3 SOS-Free Variations

Looking for quick, no-fuss tofu recipes that actually taste amazing? These three Whole Food Plant-Based, Salt-Oil-Sugar-Free tofu variations are packed with bold flavor and come together in minutes—no marinating, no pressing, and no waiting overnight. They’re my weekly go-tos when I want something savory, satisfying, and clean.

All three recipes use extra firm tofu (I love the Hodo brand) and no added oil, salt, or refined sugar. Let’s go!

1. Sweet & Spicy Maple Dijon Tofu

Ingredients

• 10 oz extra firm tofu

• 2 tbsp coconut aminos

• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup

• 1 tbsp stone-ground or Dijon mustard (no oil or sugar)

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• Cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix all ingredients (except tofu) in an 8×8 dish.

3. Slice tofu into 1/4-inch thick strips. Coat each strip well in the sauce.

4. Place on the pan and bake 15–20 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.

5. Optional: Simmer any leftover sauce on the stove with a splash of water and drizzle over the finished tofu.

🍯 Flavor note: This one’s sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy—the mustard and maple combo is magic.

2. Tangy Teriyaki-Ginger Tofu

Ingredients

• 10 oz extra firm tofu

• 1/4 cup coconut aminos

• 1 tbsp date syrup (or 1 tbsp blended Medjool dates)

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar (no added sugar/salt)

• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

• Cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Mix all sauce ingredients in a baking dish.

3. Slice tofu into 1/4-inch slices and coat well.

4. Bake on a parchment-lined tray for 15–18 minutes until deeply golden.

5. Optional: Thicken leftover sauce on stovetop and use as glaze.

🍚 Perfect with: Brown rice, steamed broccoli, or even over soba noodles.

3. Smoky Chipotle Maple Tofu

Ingredients

• 10 oz extra firm tofu

• 2 tbsp coconut aminos

• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup

• 1 tsp chipotle powder (or clean homemade chipotle adobo sauce)

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• Lots of fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a pan with parchment.

2. Stir all sauce ingredients together in a dish.

3. Slice tofu into 1/4-inch strips and coat thoroughly in sauce.

4. Lay tofu on baking sheet, spooning extra sauce on top.

5. Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden and slightly charred on the edges.

6. Simmer remaining sauce to thicken and drizzle over tofu.

🔥 Flavor bomb: Bold, smoky, and just enough heat to keep you coming back for more.

Serving Suggestions

Serve any of these with:

• Quinoa, wild rice, or sweet potato

• Garlicky sautéed greens (like spinach, kale, or chard)

• A fresh side salad or roasted veggies

You’ll love how crispy, chewy, and flavorful these get—all without oil, sugar, or salt.

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