Baked Tofu Crumble

This baked tofu recipe is going to be your new go-to way to make tofu for recipes. It legit tastes like popcorn “chicken” and is so versatile. You can add it to salads like this seasonal peach orzo salad or even use it as a taco filler when making something like these vegan birria tacos. I’ve included some of my fav inspirations for spices and flavorings below in the recipe card.

Why you’ll love this baked tofu recipe:

• Versatile: You can throw this baked tofu recipe into anything – tacos, salads, stir-fry’s, the options are endless
• Delicious: This is a super easy baked tofu recipe but it is a base, you can add whatever seasonings and sauces you want to it to change up the flavors (you’ll see some inspo below in the recipe card)

Can you bake tofu?

Yes! Baking tofu is my go-to way to cook tofu as it keeps it flavorful, and holds firm, making it perfect to add to things like stir fry, salad, bowls, or tacos.

Ingredient Notes:

Mediterranean-Inspired: This flavor combination uses common Mediterranean seasonings like oregano, and basil to make a flavorful tofu that can be added to your Mediterranean dishes in place of meat (like this Mediterranean rice bowl)

Taco Seasoning-Inspired: Using classic taco seasoning spices, this is one of my fav ways to bake tofu that can be used for a taco salad or a taco filling.

Bacon Bit-Inspired: Swap out bacon for your plant-based recipe by using this bacon bit tofu that has a similar flavor but is vegan-friendly. Great for salad toppers like a Caesar salad or Caesar salad wrap!

Beef Stew-Inspired: For a hearty, comforting flavor, this is inspired by “beef stew”. Use this tofu on sandwiches, eat it on its own, or get creative. It’s a really good protein snack! This one is also great mixed into pasta.

How to make baked tofu recipe:

1. Preheat the oven to 400F and prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. Drain the excess water from the tofu package and crumble into a medium-sized bowl.
3. Add all of the remaining ingredients and mix together.
4. Set onto the prepared tray and bake for 20 – 30 minutes until golden brown. Make sure to stir halfway through.
5. Enjoy the tofu with any dish you desire or eat life popcorn- it’s the best high protein snack!

Expert Tips & FAQ:

Get creative: You can customize your tofu and use any spices, herbs, or sauces you wish! Your base ingredients are tofu, olive oil, and cornstarch- the rest is a ‘choose your own adventure story! Make sure to add more cornstarch if you are adding more liquid, otherwise have fun with it! 

Baking the tofu: Bake the tofu according to how soft or crispy you desire. 

Storage: Store the popcorn tofu in the fridge for 3 – 5 days.

What temperature to bake tofu: You can bake tofu at 400F.

Other recipes to make:

• One Pot Meals: Spinach Feta Rice Bowl
• Greek Meatballs with Whipped Feta
• Vegan Pastitsio Recipe
• Vegan Lemon Rice Soup

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Baked Tofu Crumble

5 from 9 votes

This versatile baked tofu crumble can be added to so many recipes and flavored to your liking.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course 10 Ingredients or Less

Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired

Servings 4

Calories 263 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For Mediterranean-Inspired,

• 350 g package firm tofu crumbled
• 2 tbsp. corn starch
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. oregano
• 1 tbsp. basil
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. black pepper

For Taco Seasoning-Inspired,

• 350 g package firm tofu crumbled
• 1 ½ tbsp. corn starch
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 ½ tbsp. garlic powder
• 1 tbsp. onion powder
• 1 tbsp. minced onion
• 1 ½ tsp. chili powder
• 1 ½ tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. harissa seasoning
• ½ tsp. red chili flakes
• ½ tsp. black pepper

For ‘Bacon Bit’-Inspired,

• 175 g firm tofu ½ pack, crumbled
• 3 tbsp. maple syrup
• 2 tbsp. corn starch
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tsp. liquid smoke
• 2 tsp. garlic powder
• 2 tsp. minced onion
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1 ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper

For ‘Beef Stew’-Inspired

• 350 g package firm tofu crumbled
• 1 ½ tbsp. corn starch
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 ½ tbsp. garlic powder
• 1 ½ tbsp. oregano
• 1 ½ tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. cumin
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• ½ tsp. red chili flakes
• 3 bay leaves

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Instructions

 

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400F and prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
• Drain the excess water from the tofu package and crumble into a medium-sized bowl.
• Add all of the remaining ingredients and mix together.
• Set onto the prepared tray and bake for 20 – 30 minutes until golden brown. Make sure to stir halfway through.
• Enjoy the tofu with any dish you desire or eat life popcorn- it’s the best high protein snack!

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Notes

Notes
You can customize your tofu and use any spices, herbs, or sauces you wish! Your base ingredients are tofu, olive oil, and cornstarch- the rest is a ‘choose your own adventure story!’ Make sure to add more cornstarch if you are adding more liquid, otherwise have fun with it!
Use this recipe as a plant-based replacement for meat in any recipe!
Bake the tofu according to how soft or crispy you desire.
Store the popcorn tofu in the fridge for 3 – 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.5g | Protein: 10.7g | Fat: 19.2g | Saturated Fat: 2.7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11.4g | Sodium: 1169.8mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 0.5g

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