Description
This crispy honey garlic tofu is a quick, budget-friendly dish that boasts a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, making it an irresistible vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams (14 oz) firm tofu
- 4 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
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 together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create your honey garlic sauce.
- Coat each tofu cube evenly in cornstarch for that perfect crispy texture.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu cubes until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Once fried, transfer the tofu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off 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 back into the skillet and gently toss to coat the cubes evenly in the sauce.
Notes
Serve the crispy honey garlic tofu over steamed rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal. It pairs well with sautéed vegetables or a fresh salad. Drizzle with extra sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu, honey garlic, vegetarian, crispy, quick meal