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Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu is a quick and flavorful plant-based dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 14-16 ounces Extra-Firm Tofu Choose a block for best crispiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Essential for crispy coating.
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider or white wine vinegar can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Replace with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated for flavor enhancement.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Optional.
For Frying and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Cooking Oil Vegetable or canola oil for frying.
  • Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • Green Onions For garnish; chives can be substituted.

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Press the tofu by wrapping in paper towels and placing under a weight for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Coat tofu cubes with cornstarch.
  4. Whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil.
  5. Heat cooking oil in a frying pan and fry the tofu until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Toss the fried tofu in the honey garlic sauce to coat.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu as a main dish over rice or in lettuce wraps for a fresh touch. Refer to tips for storage and reheating.

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