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Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for anyone looking to transform their meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Firm Tofu Offers the ideal texture
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch For coating
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup For a vegan option, use maple syrup
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced fresh
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Nutty flavor
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Heavy Object (like a cast iron skillet)
  • plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Press Tofu: Drain the firm tofu and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel. Place a heavy object on top and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Cut Tofu: Once pressed, unwrap the tofu and slice it into uniform bite-sized cubes, aiming for 1-inch pieces.
  3. Prepare Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  4. Coat Tofu: Spread cornstarch evenly on a large plate. Roll each tofu cube in the cornstarch to coat.
  5. Fry Tofu: Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry the tofu cubes in batches for 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Drain Tofu: Transfer the fried tofu to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  7. Simmer Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the same skillet and simmer for about a minute.
  8. Combine: Add the fried tofu to the skillet with the sauce and gently toss to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use firm or extra-firm tofu for the best texture. Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the tofu to avoid sogginess.

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