Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu
Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu is a flavorful, golden-crisp tofu dish tossed in a sweet, garlicky glaze. Perfect for rice bowls, noodles, or veggie stir-fries, this recipe turns tofu into something crave-worthy — even for skeptics.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2–3
- Category: Main Dish / Meatless
- Method: Pan-fried or Baked
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu (pressed and cubed),3 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot starch),Salt and pepper, to taste,2–3 tbsp oil (for pan-frying or baking),3 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan),2 garlic cloves, minced,2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari,1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar,3 tbsp water,1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tsp water (for slurry)
Instructions
Press tofu for 15–20 minutes to remove moisture, then cut into bite-sized cubes.,Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.,Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Set aside.,In a small saucepan, combine honey, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.,Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tsp water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce. Simmer until thickened and glossy.,Add the crispy tofu to the sauce and gently toss to coat.,Serve hot over rice, noodles, or with vegetables.
Notes
Air fry or bake tofu at 400°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, for a lower-oil version.,Add chili flakes, sriracha, or hot sauce for extra heat.,Double the sauce if serving with grains or veggies for more coverage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/3 recipe)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: undefined
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: undefined
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: undefined
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