Description
A delightful dish featuring fried tofu coated in a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for plant-based eating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- Cooking oil for frying
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Press the tofu to rid it of excess moisture.
- Cut the tofu into cubes.
- Coat in cornstarch.
- Heat oil and fry the tofu until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare your sauce with soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
- Comb the sauce over the crispy cubes and toss gently.
- Thicken the sauce by cooking for an additional few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
Pressing the tofu is crucial for achieving a crispy texture. Consider using tamari for gluten-free options and air frying for a healthier version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg