Description
This Irresistible Honey Garlic Tofu features a crispy exterior that gives way to a juicy, tender interior, all enveloped in a sweet and savory glaze. The combination of honey and garlic creates a mouthwatering aroma that will entice your senses and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- Tofu: 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
- Marinade:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Coating:
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- For frying:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Marinate the pressed tofu cubes in the mixture for at least 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each marinated tofu cube in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring an even layer.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the tofu cubes in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; simply store the marinated tofu in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before frying.
- Leftover tofu can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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