Description
A delicious and versatile crispy honey garlic tofu recipe that combines sweet and savory flavors for an irresistible meal.
Ingredients
- Firm Tofu: 400 grams (14 oz)
- Honey: 4 tablespoons (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Cornstarch: 1/2 cup
- Sesame Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Green Onions: 2, chopped
- Sesame Seeds: 2 tablespoons (optional)
- Vegetable Oil: for frying (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Drain and press the tofu for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Cut the Tofu: Cube the tofu into uniform, bite-sized cubes.
- Make the Sauce: Mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- Coat the Tofu: Coat each tofu cube evenly in cornstarch.
- Fry the Tofu: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, fry tofu cubes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove fried tofu and place it on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Sauce It Up: Return the skillet to medium heat, pour in the honey garlic sauce, and simmer for about a minute.
- Toss It All Together: Add crispy tofu to the sauce and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Store any leftover tofu in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Re-crisp in a pan before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu, honey garlic, vegetarian, crispy tofu, Asian cuisine
