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Balsamic Butter Tofu Bites

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

In these balsamic butter tofu bites, tofu gets smothered in a tangy sauce made with balsamic vinegar and butter for a tantalizing twist. The sauce thickens as it cooks, turning into a syrupy glaze. Watch it closely as it simmers to prevent it from burning. Serve these bites alongside roasted veggies and a hunk of crusty whole-grain bread for sopping up every last bit of the sauce.

Ingredients:
  • 1 14-ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained, cubed (3/4-inch) and patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
Directions:
  1. Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler to High. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  2. Toss tofu, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper together in a medium bowl. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Broil until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Return the tofu to the medium bowl.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, mustard, brown sugar and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring often, until thickened and syrupy, about 5 minutes. Whisk in butter until melted; remove from heat. Add the sauce to the tofu; toss until evenly coated.
  4. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tofu pieces to the same baking sheet. Broil until nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes more. Use tongs to transfer to a platter, leaving any burned sauce behind. Drizzle with the excess sauce from the bowl, then sprinkle with basil and scallions.
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