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Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu: 20-Minute Meal You'll Crave

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu is a 20-minute meal that’s shatteringly crispy outside and sticky-sweet inside, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tofu and Coating
  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu Substitution: Use high-quality extra firm tofu; avoid firm or silken varieties.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Essential for achieving a crunchy exterior.
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Can use vegetable oil or canola oil.
Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey Substitution: Use agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Essential for a well-rounded sauce flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Substitution: Use ground ginger if fresh isn't available.
Serving
  • 2 cups Steamed White Rice Substitution: Cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional, but highly recommended.
  • 2 stalks Green Scallions Substitution: Chives can be used if scallions aren’t available.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by pressing your extra firm tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes and toss them in a bowl with cornstarch and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.
  2. In a non-stick skillet, heat a couple of tablespoons of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Add the cornstarch-coated tofu cubes to the skillet and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. While the tofu is frying, whisk together the glaze ingredients: honey (or agave syrup), soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar in a separate bowl.
  4. Once the tofu is crispy, pour the glaze over it in the skillet and stir gently to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Prepare serving dishes with a bed of steamed rice, spoon the sticky tofu over it, and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Press tofu well for maximum crispiness. Coat evenly in cornstarch and avoid overcrowding when frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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