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  "slug": "amc-style-crispy-teriyaki-tofu",
  "title": "AMC-Style Crispy Teriyaki Tofu",
  "description": "Firm baked tofu cubes coated at the last minute with homemade teriyaki sauce.",
  "category": "Main dishes",
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  "recipeYield": "8–10 servings",
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    "8–10 servings",
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  "ingredients": [
    "4 blocks extra-firm tofu (14–16 ounces each)",
    "3 tablespoons soy sauce",
    "2 tablespoons neutral oil",
    "3 tablespoons cornstarch",
    "1 teaspoon garlic powder",
    "½ cup soy sauce",
    "½ cup water",
    "⅓ cup brown sugar",
    "3 tablespoons maple syrup",
    "3 tablespoons rice vinegar",
    "3 cloves garlic, minced",
    "1 tablespoon grated ginger",
    "1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water"
  ],
  "instructions": [
    "Press the tofu for 30 minutes. This removes water and helps it become firmer.",
    "Cut into uniform ¾-inch cubes.",
    "Toss with soy sauce, oil and garlic powder. Sprinkle cornstarch over the cubes and mix gently.",
    "Arrange on two lightly oiled baking sheets with space between cubes.",
    "Bake at 425°F for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through. Look for browned edges and a firm, slightly chewy exterior.",
    "Meanwhile, simmer all sauce ingredients except the cornstarch slurry for 5 minutes.",
    "Stir in the slurry and cook until the sauce becomes thick and glossy.",
    "Transfer the hot tofu to a large bowl. Add just enough warm sauce to coat it thoroughly, tossing gently.",
    "Serve immediately, with extra teriyaki sauce on the side."
  ],
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        "4 blocks extra-firm tofu (14–16 ounces each)",
        "3 tablespoons soy sauce",
        "2 tablespoons neutral oil",
        "3 tablespoons cornstarch",
        "1 teaspoon garlic powder"
      ]
    },
    {
      "title": "Homemade teriyaki sauce",
      "items": [
        "½ cup soy sauce",
        "½ cup water",
        "⅓ cup brown sugar",
        "3 tablespoons maple syrup",
        "3 tablespoons rice vinegar",
        "3 cloves garlic, minced",
        "1 tablespoon grated ginger",
        "1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water"
      ]
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  ],
  "notes": [
    "AMC-inspired recreation, not an official hut recipe.",
    "Keep sauce thick and glaze just before serving; do not simmer crispy tofu in sauce."
  ],
  "servingSuggestions": [
    "Rice and vegetables."
  ],
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