Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams firm tofu (14 oz)
- 4 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- Drain the firm tofu and press it to remove excess moisture for 15-20 minutes.
- Cut the pressed tofu into uniform bite-sized cubes.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create the honey garlic sauce.
- Coat each tofu cube evenly in cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fried tofu and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Return the skillet to medium heat, pour in the honey garlic sauce, and let it simmer for about a minute.
- Add the crispy tofu to the sauce and gently toss to coat evenly.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve over steamed rice or noodles and top with green onions and sesame seeds. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg