Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu Recipe
Learn how to make Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu at home with this easy and delicious recipe. Crispy cubes of tofu are coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Serve this tofu dish with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that rivals your favorite takeout.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 block Extra-Firm Tofu (about 14–16 ounces)
- ½ cup Cornstarch
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- ¼ cup Honey
- 4–5 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
- ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
- ½ cup Cooking Oil (for frying)
- Sesame Seeds (for garnish, optional)
- Green Onions (for garnish, optional)
- Press the Tofu: Remove excess water from tofu by pressing it between paper towels for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Prepare the Tofu: Cut pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- Coat the Tofu in Cornstarch: Toss tofu cubes in cornstarch until coated.
- Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Fry the Tofu Until Crispy: Fry cornstarch-coated tofu in hot oil until golden brown.
- Cook Until Golden and Crispy: Fry tofu for 5-7 minutes per side until crispy.
- Add Tofu to the Honey Garlic Sauce: Simmer honey garlic sauce, then add fried tofu and coat evenly.
- Coat the Tofu in the Sauce: Toss tofu in the sauce and cook briefly to glaze.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness level.
- Work in batches when frying tofu to ensure crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu, Tofu Recipe, Asian Tofu Dish, Vegetarian Tofu, Honey Garlic Sauce