Description
Savor the delightful flavors of Spicy Honey Garlic Tofu, a mouthwatering dish that fuses crispy tofu with a tantalizing sweet and spicy sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a hearty main course or a scrumptious side. The irresistible combination of honey, garlic, and sriracha makes it an appealing choice for vegans and non-vegans alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 ounces firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes and toss with cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the tofu until golden and crispy (8-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds.
- Add honey (or maple syrup), soy sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and sesame oil; stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the tofu to the skillet and toss in the sauce for an additional minute.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg