Hot Honey Tofu Tenders
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Pat the tofu dry with a paper towel.
- 2Score the tofu lightly with a knife.
- 3Cut the tofu into thick strips.
- 4Place the cut tofu into a container.
- 5Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and water.
- 6Pour the marinade over the tofu and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- 7Prepare the dry coating mixture by combining the remaining seasoning mix, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
- 8Dredge the marinated tofu in the dry coating mixture.
- 9Prepare the wet coating by mixing 4 tsp of the seasoning mix, 4 tbsp of all-purpose flour, and 150 ml of water.
- 10Dip the floured tofu into the wet batter, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- 11Coat the wet-battered tofu with crushed cornflakes, pressing gently for even coverage.
- 12Place the coated tofu on an air fryer rack.
- 13Lightly spray the tofu with oil, then air-fry at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- 14Make the hot honey sauce by melting butter in a pan.
- 15Stir in hot sauce, honey, and chili flakes into the melted butter.
- 16Toss the crispy tofu in the hot honey sauce until fully covered.
- 17Serve immediately and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 300 g Tofu
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Water
- 2 tsp Mushroom seasoning powder
- 1.5 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp White pepper
- 4 tsp Seasoning mix
- 4 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 150 ml Water
- 5 tsp Seasoning mix
- 6 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- Crushed cornflakes
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 3 tbsp Hot sauce
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 0.5 tsp Chili flakes
- Oil
Equipment
Paper towelKnifeMixing bowlsAir fryerPan
Tips
- If you want to make it fully vegan, just swap the honey for maple syrup.
- Score the tofu lightly with a knife to help the marinade absorb better.
- Press gently when coating with crushed cornflakes to ensure even coverage.
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