Description
This garlic tofu is full of flavor with just the right amount of heat. Crispy tofu is tossed in a sticky homemade garlic sauce for a quick plant-based meal that’s perfect over rice, noodles, or your favorite stir-fry veggies.
Ingredients
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For the tofu:
- 1 (14oz) package extra firm tofu, drained and patted dry
- 1 small jalapeño, seeds and membrane removed, finely diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Oil for cooking
For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Optional: Rice, veggies, or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Toss the cubed tofu with one tablespoon cornstarch.
- Heat one tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden and crispy on all sides, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Whisk together soy sauce, water, maple syrup or honey, chili flakes, vinegar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add onion and jalapeño. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sauce to the skillet. Let it bubble and thicken for 1–2 minutes.
- Add cooked tofu and toss to coat. Simmer for 1–2 more minutes until everything is hot and saucy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with green onions.