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Crispy honey garlic tofu served with vegetables in a bowl

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu

A deliciously crispy tofu dish coated in sweet and garlicky honey garlic sauce, perfect for impressing your dinner guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 400 grams Firm tofu Drain and press to remove excess moisture.
  • 4 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Toasting the garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Essential for achieving a crispy texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
  • 2 Green onions, chopped For garnish.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds For garnish.
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil For frying.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain the firm tofu and press it to remove excess moisture for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Cut the pressed tofu into uniform bite-sized cubes.
  3. In a small bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create the honey garlic sauce.
  4. Coat each tofu cube evenly in cornstarch.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the fried tofu and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. Return the skillet to medium heat, pour in the honey garlic sauce, and let it simmer for about a minute.
  5. Add the crispy tofu to the sauce and gently toss to coat evenly.

Notes

Serve atop a bed of fluffy rice or in a stir-fry. For storage, keep in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in a skillet for best texture.