Description
Crispy tofu tossed in a vibrant honey-sesame sauce. Sweet, spicy, and perfect as a side or light meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 block firm tofu
- 1/4 cup cornflour / corn starch
- A pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp white sesame seeds
- A small bunch spring onions/green onions
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp soya sauce
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 2 tsp red chilli flakes
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tsp freshly grated garlic
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup oil, more or less, for shallow frying
Instructions
- Mix all the sauce ingredients in a pan.
- Simmer on low heat until bubbling, then simmer for 2-3 more minutes before turning off the heat.
- Drain and press any water-packed tofu to remove excess moisture.
- Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes and dredge in corn flour until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a pan for shallow frying.
- Fry the tofu in small batches, ensuring pieces don’t overlap, until light golden brown. Drain on kitchen towels.
- Add the fried tofu to a wide bowl and pour the sauce on top.
- Top with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.
- Toss well to coat.
Notes
- For extra crispy tofu, press it between two plates weighted down with heavy objects for at least 30 minutes before cutting and frying.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spice level. Start with less and add more to taste.
- Leftover tofu can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The sauce can be stored separately to prevent the tofu from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 20