Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu
Experience the delight of making crispy honey garlic tofu that will truly amaze you! This easy and quick recipe transforms firm tofu into a golden, crunchy treat glazed with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with plant-based protein. It’s versatile enough to serve on its own, over rice, or tossed in salads. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create a meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams firm tofu
- 4 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Drain the tofu and press for 15-20 minutes to remove moisture. Cut into uniform cubes.
- Mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
- Coat each tofu cube evenly with cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry tofu until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- Drain on paper towels, then add the tofu to the skillet with the honey garlic sauce and toss to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg