Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu Recipe
This Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu Recipe is sweet, savory and incredibly crispy. It features golden tofu cubes coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce that tastes better than takeout.
Ingredients
- 2 blocks extra firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Press the Tofu
- Wrap tofu in paper towels and place something heavy on top for 15 minutes.
Cut the Tofu
- Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes.
Coat with Cornstarch
- Place tofu cubes in a bowl and toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Cook the Tofu
- Heat oil in a skillet and cook tofu until golden and crispy on all sides.
Make the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil and water.
Cook the Sauce
- Pour sauce into a pan and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thick.
Toss Tofu
- Add crispy tofu to the sauce and toss gently until coated.
Garnish and Serve
- Top with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Use extra firm tofu only
- Air fry tofu for less oil
- Add broccoli or bell peppers
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for vegan version
- Do not overcrowd the pan
- Serve immediately for best texture
- Add sriracha for extra heat