# Components:
→ Tofu & Vegetables
01 - 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
02 - 1 large head (12 oz) broccoli, cut into florets
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Cheesy Sesame Ginger Sauce
06 - 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., soy or oat)
07 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (use vegan cheese for vegan option)
08 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese (regular or plant-based)
09 - 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
10 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
12 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
13 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
15 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
→ Garnish
17 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
# Preparation steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss tofu cubes and broccoli florets with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until tofu is golden and broccoli is tender-crisp.
04 - Meanwhile, combine plant-based milk, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, nutritional yeast, sesame oil, grated ginger, soy sauce, minced garlic, cornstarch, rice vinegar, and sriracha in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
05 - Whisk constantly until cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
06 - Transfer baked tofu and broccoli to a casserole dish, pour the sauce evenly over, and gently mix to coat. Return uncovered to the oven and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes until bubbling and golden.
07 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Serve warm.
