Description
This Quick & Easy Hawaiian Tofu Sheet Pan recipe is a delightful vegan dish that balances sweet and savory flavors perfect for a weeknight meal. Featuring tender cubes of extra-firm tofu roasted with pineapple chunks, vibrant bell peppers, and red onion, all coated in a tangy-sweet sauce made from soy sauce, maple syrup, pineapple juice, and garlic. Roasted to perfection on a single sheet pan, this dish is simple to prepare and bursting with tropical flavor and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu & Vegetables
- 2 blocks extra-firm tofu, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp oil
Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
- Combine Tofu, Pineapple, and Vegetables: Place the cubed tofu, pineapple chunks, chopped red and green bell peppers, and chopped red onion onto the prepared sheet pan.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce or tamari, maple syrup or brown sugar, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch if using. This will create a flavorful glaze for the tofu and vegetables.
- Coat the Ingredients: Pour the sauce evenly over the tofu and vegetable mixture on the sheet pan. Toss gently to ensure everything is well coated and spread the ingredients out in a single layer for even roasting.
- Roast the Mixture: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, stir the mixture to turn the tofu and vegetables, then return to the oven and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until tofu is golden and vegetables are tender.
- Garnish: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added flavor and crunch.
- Serve Warm: Serve the Hawaiian tofu warm as a main dish, perfect over steamed rice or your favorite grain.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, press tofu for 15-20 minutes before cubing to remove excess moisture.
- Cornstarch in the sauce is optional but helps to thicken the glaze and create a nice coating.
- You can swap bell peppers with other vegetables like zucchini or snap peas depending on preference.
- This dish is great for meal prep and reheats well in the oven or on the stovetop.
- Use gluten-free tamari to make this recipe gluten-free.
