Description
A delightful dish that combines sweetness and savory flavors, transforming tofu into a crispy, golden treat with a sticky honey garlic glaze.
Ingredients
- Firm tofu: 400 grams (14 oz)
- Honey: 4 tablespoons (or maple syrup for 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
- Vegetable oil: for frying (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- Drain the firm tofu and press it to remove excess moisture for 15-20 minutes.
- Cut the pressed tofu into uniform bite-sized cubes.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create the honey garlic sauce.
- Coat each tofu cube evenly in cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried tofu and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Return the skillet to medium heat, pour in the honey garlic sauce, and let it simmer for about a minute.
- Add the crispy tofu to the sauce and gently toss to coat evenly.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Consider adding vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes or Sriracha to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crispy honey garlic tofu, tofu recipe, vegan tofu, honey garlic sauce