1-Drain the tofu then tear it into: Drain the tofu then tear it into 1 inch chunks. Add to a medium sauce pan with 4 cups of water or enough water to cover the tofu to fully submerge then add a generous amount of salt (I used about 1 tbsp).
2-Bring to a boil and cook for: Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. As you wait, pre-heat the oven to 425F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3-Drain the tofu through a large sieve: Drain the tofu through a large sieve and rest it over the pot so the tofu can continue draining and cooling for about 5-10 minutes. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel then transfer the tofu to resealable bag with tamari and mirin, then give it a toss evenly coat and absorb.
4-To a small bowl combine the potato: To a small bowl combine the potato starch, paprika, garlic, coriander, and brown sugar and mix well. Add the mixture to the tofu along with the oil, then give a gentle shake to evenly coat the tofu (NOTE: you can also marinate and coat the tofu using the same pot with a fitted lid, just make sure to clear it out before using).
5-Transfer the tofu to the baking tray,: Transfer the tofu to the baking tray, leaving space between each piece. Bake on the bottom rack for 20 minutes. Flip the tofu, then bake on the middle rack for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp around the edges. If the tofu is looking dry before flipping, drizzle the tofu with 1-2 teaspoons of extra oil before baking again.
6-Prep your veggies: Prep your veggies. For the cucumber, place the flat of your blade on top and use your other hand to smack the cucumber down its length to crack open. Roughly cut on a bias into 1 inch pieces. Transfer the cucumber to a bowl and sprinkle with a generous pinch of salt. Toss, then set to the side for at least 10 minutes. Discard any water the drains away then pat the cucumber dry.
7-In a large mixing bowl add the: In a large mixing bowl add the red pepper, lemon zest from the whole lemon, the juice of 1/2 the lemon, maple syrup, mustard, and oil. Whisk together until emulsified.
8-Add in the drained cucumbers, onions, cilantro,: Add in the drained cucumbers, onions, cilantro, mint, and tofu then toss to combine. Serve a portion of the tofu with this yogurt sauce and your favorite pita for a complete meal.