Description
These Irresistible Crispy Sticky Tofu Bites are a delicious and addictive snack or appetizer, featuring crispy tofu coated in a sweet and sticky sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into bite-sized cubes.
- Coat the tofu cubes in cornstarch until evenly covered.
- Place the tofu on a baking sheet and drizzle with vegetable oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the crispy tofu in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can double fry the tofu.
- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less maple syrup.
- This dish can be served as an appetizer or a main dish over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg