Sweet and Savory Glazed Bok Choy with Crispy Tofu

Instructions

1. 1

   Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes. Toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.

   ~5 min
2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and water to make the glaze.

   ~2 min
3. 3

   Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.

   ~10 min
4. 4

   Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the skillet. Mince the garlic and ginger, then add them to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   ~1 min
5. 5

   Wash and chop the bok choy into bite-sized pieces. Add the bok choy to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted.

   ~3 min
6. 6

   Pour the prepared glaze over the bok choy. Stir well to coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the bok choy is tender-crisp.

   ~3 min
7. 7

   Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the glaze. Cook for 1 minute more.

   ~1 min
8. 8

   Serve immediately, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or sliced scallions.