The sauce thickens as it cooks, turning into a syrupy glaze.
Watch it closely as it simmers to prevent it from burning.
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.

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Toss tofu, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper together in a medium bowl.
Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Broil until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.

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Return the tofu to the medium bowl.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring often, until thickened and syrupy, about 5 minutes.
Whisk in butter until melted; remove from heat.

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Add the sauce to the tofu; toss until evenly coated.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tofu pieces to the same baking sheet.
Broil until nicely browned, 3 to 5 minutes more.
Use tongs to transfer to a platter, leaving any burned sauce behind.
Drizzle with the excess sauce from the bowl, then sprinkle with basil and scallions.
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