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honey garlic tofu recipe

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu Recipe You'll Love in Minutes

Enjoy this easy honey garlic tofu recipe that combines sweetness and savory flavors for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 400 grams Firm Tofu Crucial for achieving crispy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Essential for creating crunch.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil For frying.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for robust flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Gluten-free option available.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Adds nutty flavor.
For Garnish
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped for freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds For extra crunch.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the tofu by draining and pressing it to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cut the pressed tofu into uniform bite-sized cubes.
  3. Make the honey garlic sauce by combining all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  4. Coat each tofu cube in cornstarch evenly.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry the tofu cubes until golden-brown.
  6. Drain the fried tofu on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Simmer the sauce in the skillet for about 1 minute.
  8. Combine the fried tofu with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
  9. Serve the tofu garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately to maintain crunchiness.

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