When the tofu is golden brown, add the sauce to the skillet and increase the heat until it boils. While the tofu is frying, whisk together the sauce ingredients and set aside. I find the smaller the pieces, the more firm and crisp the texture. Saut it in a skillet with sesame oil over medium heat for about 10 minutes, flipping occasionally.
Feel free to cut the tofu into any size you like.Do note that the tofu may loose it’s crispness when stored in the sauce and when reheated. You can easily reheat tofu in the microwave. That said, the texture will be best right after cooking – I would try to eat any leftovers the next day, if possible! Leftovers of this recipe will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for about 2-3 days. How long does cooked tofu last in the fridge? Just be careful not to press too hard as you don’t want the tofu to crumble!ĭo you have to marinate tofu in this recipe?įor this recipe – nope! I tested it by marinating and I found that tossing it in the sauce after cooking offered WAY more flavour (and way more yummy sauce!) In the meantime, add all the sauce ingredients to a bowl and mix until well combined. Add the soy sauce, stir, and let it rest for at least 5 minutes. Cube the tofu and place the tofu cubes in a bowl. You don’t need to use a fancy tofu press or anything! I like to drain the tofu from the water in the package, then wrap it with some paper towel and gently squeeze/press any excess liquid out. This step is optional, but highly recommended. In these two types of tofu, more water has been pressed out and they will hold their shape well when cooking.ĭo you have to press tofu before cooking? I recommend using either “firm” or “extra firm” tofu for this recipe. What is the best type of tofu to use for this recipe? (I highly recommend using a thermometer if the oil isn’t hot enough, the tofu will not brown or crisp, and it will retain more oil. In a skillet or wok, heat at least 1/2 vegetable oil to 375-400☏. If you like the taste of this sauce, you could try it with another protein, like shrimp or chicken (instead of tofu!) What To Serve With Honey Garlic Tofu In a small bowl, whisk together sesame seeds, brown sugar, soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, gochugaru, and 1/2 cup water. I tested this recipe both ways, and actually prefer the texture of the larger pieces! However, if you like tofu soft on the inside but crisp on the outside, I would cut them into bigger pieces (larger than in the photos – similar to the size in this recipe). I find the smaller the pieces, the more firm and crisp the texture. Tofu has very little flavor or smell of its own. While I do recommend using cornstarch if you can, you may also use potato starch or regular flour to coat the tofu. The tofu known as goma-dfu is made by grinding sesame into a smooth paste, combining it with liquid and kudzu starch, and heating it until curdling occurs.Instead of baking tofu, you could pan-fry it or cook it in an Air Fryer if preferred.I like using avocado oil in this as it’s a very neutral tasting oil, but it can be swapped for another neutral oil that you have on hand.Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Cornstarch is naturally gluten-free, but if you need to follow a strict gluten-free diet, be sure to check that it’s not made in a facility that also manufactures gluten-containing foods. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. For a gluten free option, be sure to swap regular soy sauce for a certified gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos.If you want more breading on the tofu, follow the frying process I use for my General Tso’s Tofu – it works very well. I ended up baking it, so that is how I will show in the recipe below. Tofu is one of those foods that takes on the flavor of whatever it’s cooked in so if you make a delicious sauce, that is what the tofu tastes like- bada bing, bada boom! This Honey Sesame Tofu is crispy, sweet, a little spicy, and just delicious.įor this Honey Sesame Tofu, you can cook the tofu using the dry frying method, baking, or frying. So many people say, “I don’t like tofu because the texture is weird…”, but I bet 99% of the people who say that, haven’t had tofu cooked properly, and if they did learn to cook it right, they would love it. The tofu is fried crispy and then tossed in a delicious sweet sauce!Īnother tofu recipe! This time we are making Honey Sesame Tofu! I am all about posting recipes for tofu that will make people LIKE tofu. Honey Sesame Tofu is the perfect dinner for meatless Monday or vegetarians.