Spicy Honey Garlic Tofu

30 mins
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 to remove excess moisture.
  3. 3Season the tofu with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. 4Add 1/4 cup of cornstarch and toss until evenly coated.
  5. 5Heat 1/2 cup of neutral oil in a 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.
  8. 8Add soy sauce, gochujang, honey, brown sugar, and hot water to the pan.
  9. 9Mix and simmer the sauce until thickened.
  10. 10Pour the sauce over the fried tofu and mix well.
  11. 11Garnish with scallions.

Ingredients

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

Equipment

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