Crispy Blackened Tofu

• 7 ounces, weight Firm Tofu
• 4 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic Granules
• 2 teaspoons Mild Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 3 Tablespoons Oil

1. Press the tofu to remove any excess water.
2. If you dont have a tofu press, just sandwich the slices of tofu between several sheets of kitchen paper or a clean tea towel, and place a heavy object on top.
3. Leave it for at least 10 minutes.
4. Pour the soy sauce onto a plate and add the tofu.
5. Leave it to marinate for several minutes, turning it over halfway.
6. Meanwhile, mix the remaining ingredients (except the oil) to create your spice mix.
7. When the tofu is ready, lay it in the spice mix and press the spices into both of the large faces of the piece of tofu to create the crust.
8. Heat the oil in a frying pan over high heat, and add the tofu.
9. Cook over a high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the spices are blackened and the tofu is hot all the way through.
10. Recipe very slightly adapted from The Daily Garnish.

soy sauce, paprika, garlic, chili powder, ground black pepper, thyme, oil

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/special-dietary-needs/crispy-blackened-tofu/ (may not work)