Description
A quick and easy recipe for crispy honey garlic tofu that’s sure to impress. Perfectly crunchy, tender, and coated in a sweet and savory sauce.
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. Wrap it in a clean towel and set a weight on top.
- 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. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Pressing the tofu is essential for achieving the right texture. Fry in batches to avoid crowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu, honey garlic, vegetarian, quick meal, easy recipe, comfort food