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Honey Sesame Tofu

Honey Sesame Tofu

The ultimate comfort food, Honey Sesame Tofu is a delicious blend of crispy tofu coated in a sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is packed with flavor and is sure to satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight for a delightful meal!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ pound extra-firm tofu
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or mild olive oil for frying
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger root
  • 1 large garlic clove peeled and minced or pressed through a garlic press
  • ½ tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes more if you like it spicier
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch
  • 4 scallions (green onions) chopped

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • ginger grater
  • garlic press (optional)
  • knife and cutting board
  • plate
  • paper towels
  • cast iron or non-stick pan
  • kitchen tongs
  • Liquid Measuring Cup
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Drain the block of tofu, then cut into ¾-inch cubes. Dry the cubes with a paper towel. Roll the tofu cubes in the flour, making sure to coat them on all sides.
  2. Heat the oil in a cast iron or non-stick pan until shimmering. Fry the tofu cubes in a single layer until golden brown on all sides (a few minutes on each side). Set aside on a plate lined with a paper towel.
  3. Add all sauce ingredients to a liquid measuring cup. Whisk well until fully combined.
  4. Pour the mix into a saucepan. Bring to a full boil, whisking continuously. Keep boiling the sauce until it becomes translucent and thickens (a few minutes). Take off the heat.
  5. Serve the tofu with rice, drizzle with the sauce and sprinkle chopped scallions on top.

Notes

  • If fresh ginger is not available: you can substitute ½ teaspoon dried ground ginger.
  • Spiciness: The level of spiciness in a given amount of crushed red pepper flakes varies quite a bit from batch to batch. I recommend you start with ¼ teaspoon and then add more after you taste the sauce, if you like it spicier.
  • Storage: Store leftover fried tofu cubes and leftover sauce in separate airtight containers in the fridge. Reheat the tofu in a non-stick pan on the stovetop. Reheat the sauce in a pan or in the microwave.