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Crispy Honey-Garlic Tofu Bites

These tofu bites are pan-fried to a perfect crisp and tossed in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce. They make an irresistible appetizer that's surprisingly easy to prepare.

Crispy Honey-Garlic Tofu Bites

Prep Time

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

4

Calories

250 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Press the tofu to remove excess water. Cut into 1-inch cubes.

    ~5 min
  2. 2

    In a large bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.

    ~2 min
  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

    ~3 min
  4. 4

    Add the cornstarch-coated tofu in a single layer. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

    ~10 min
  5. 5

    While the tofu fries, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl.

    ~3 min
  6. 6

    Once tofu is crispy, remove from the pan and set aside.

  7. 7

    Pour the sauce mixture into the same frying pan over medium heat. Cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.

    ~2 min
  8. 8

    Add the fried tofu back into the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.

    ~1 min
  9. 9

    Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

    ~1 min

Tips

  • Ensure the tofu is well-pressed to achieve maximum crispiness.
  • For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a touch of heat.

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