Seasoned Tofu Slices

Description
Cook Time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4 to 6 (6 to 8 slices)

Ingredients

 * 1 x 16 oz package extra-firm, water-packed tofu
 * your favorite sauce or dressing (see below)

Curry sauce

 * 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 1½ teaspoons curry powder
 * 1½ teaspoons maple syrup (or other sweetener)
 * 1½ tablespoons tamari or soy sauce

Italian sauce

 * Italian dressing
 * dried basil or oregano

Asian sauce

 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 2 tablespoons sesame oil
 * 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce

Other sauces

 * barbecue sauce
 * Szechwan sauce
 * Teriyaki sauce

Directions

 * 1) Preheat oven to broiler setting.
 * 2) In the meantime, drain and press the water from tofu by putting the tofu in a large colander in the sink and placing a saucepan of water on top of it.
 * 3) Cut the tofu into sandwich-sized rectangles, squares or triangles.
 * 4) Cover tofu with your favorite sauce or dressing:
 * 5) Arrange tofu on a small, foil-lined pan under the broiler for approximately 4 to 5 minutes on each side, turning occasionally while broiling.
 * 6) Broil until tofu is firmer with browned edges.
 * 7) Use slices in sandwiches.