Spicy Honey Garlic Tofu

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Drain and cut a block of extra firm tofu into 1-inch cubes.
  2. 2Pat the tofu cubes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. 3Season the tofu cubes with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. 4Add 1/4 cup of cornstarch to the tofu and toss until evenly coated.
  5. 5Heat 1/2 cup of neutral oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  6. 6Add the tofu to the pan in a single layer and fry until crispy on all sides.
  7. 7For the sauce, sauté minced garlic in the same pan.
  8. 8Add soy sauce, gochujang, honey, brown sugar, and hot water to the pan.
  9. 9Mix the sauce ingredients and simmer until thickened.
  10. 10Pour the sauce over the crispy tofu and mix well.
  11. 11Garnish with chopped scallions.

Ingredients

  • 1 block extra firm tofu
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 cup corn starch
  • 0.5 cup neutral oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp hot water
  • 2 stalks scallions

Equipment

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