Description
Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu is a delightful plant-based dish that combines the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a satisfying crunch. This recipe highlights extra-firm tofu coated in cornstarch, fried to golden perfection, and tossed in a rich honey garlic sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is versatile enough to be served over rice, noodles, or in salads. With its enticing aroma and crispy texture, Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu is sure to win over both tofu enthusiasts and skeptics alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block extra-firm tofu (14–16 ounces)
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut into cubes.
- Coat tofu cubes evenly with cornstarch.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated tofu until golden brown on all sides (approximately 5–7 minutes per side).
- Remove excess oil from the skillet, then add the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer.
- Toss crispy tofu in the sauce until well coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approx. 160g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg