Name: Grilled Tofu
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 (14-oz.) blocks extra-firm tofu -; 1/4 c. toasted sesame oil -; 2 tbsp. white miso paste -; 2 tsp. unseasoned rice vinegar -; 1 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce -; Vegetable oil, for grill -; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped -; 2 tbsp. grated ginger (from a 2" piece) -; 2 tbsp. water -; 4 tsp. maple syrup or agave -; 4 scallions, green parts thinly sliced, white parts finely chopped -; Toasted sesame seeds, for serving -

Ingredients for - Grilled Tofu

1. 2 (14-oz.) blocks extra-firm tofu

2. 1/4 c. toasted sesame oil

3. 2 tbsp. white miso paste

4. 2 tsp. unseasoned rice vinegar

5. 1 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce

6. Vegetable oil, for grill

7. 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

8. 2 tbsp. grated ginger (from a 2" piece)

9. 2 tbsp. water

10. 4 tsp. maple syrup or agave

11. 4 scallions, green parts thinly sliced, white parts finely chopped

12. Toasted sesame seeds, for serving

How to cook deliciously - Grilled Tofu

1 . Stage

Halve tofu through long edge of block, then cut each half crosswise into 3 (1/2"-thick) planks. Using a clean dish towel or paper towels, press water out of tofu.

2 . Stage

In a 13"-by-9" baking dish or any dish large enough to fit tofu in a single layer, whisk oil, miso, and vinegar. Gradually whisk in soy sauce. Arrange tofu slices in dish in a single layer. Flip pieces to coat both sides, then cover with plastic wrap, pressing so it sits on surface of tofu. Marinate at room temperature at least 1 hour or up to 5.

3 . Stage

Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; clean and oil grates. Remove tofu from marinade, letting excess drip off and reserving for sauce, and grill, uncovered and turning occasionally, until golden brown and slightly reduced in volume, 6 to 7 minutes per side.

4 . Stage

Make Ahead: Tofu can be grilled 5 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

5 . Stage

In a small saucepan over high heat, bring reserved marinade, garlic, ginger, water, syrup, and white scallion parts to a boil, whisking constantly, then reduce heat to medium-low and bring to a simmer. Cook, whisking constantly, until reduced by one-third and slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

6 . Stage

Transfer grilled tofu to a platter. Pour sauce over. Garnish with green scallion parts and sesame seeds.

7 . Stage

Make Ahead: Sauce can be made 5 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.