Crispy Sticky Tofu
This crispy sticky tofu is golden, crunchy, and drenched in a sweet-spicy sauce. Vegan, easy, and better than takeout!
Ingredients
- 11 oz / 300g extra firm tofu
- 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1–2 garlic cloves grated
- ½ tablespoon red pepper flakes add more if you like it extra spicy
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch 1 tbsp for marinade, 3 tbsp for coating
- 3–4 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons oil for pan-frying
- Garnish: sesame seeds or chopped green onions
Instructions
1️⃣ Press & Prep the Tofu
- Drain and press the tofu using a tofu press or by wrapping it in a clean tea towel with a heavy weight on top. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to remove as much moisture as possible.
2️⃣ Make the Marinade
- In a small bowl, mix together:
- 3 tbsp sweet soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Grated garlic
- ½ tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
- Whisk until smooth and set aside.
3️⃣ Coat the Tofu
- Slice the pressed tofu into triangles or cubes.
- Toss in the remaining 3 tablespoons of cornstarch to ensure each piece is well-coated.
4️⃣ Pan-Fry to Crispy Perfection
- Heat 3 tbsp oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Add tofu pieces in a single layer (don't overcrowd!) and fry for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
5️⃣ Add the Sticky Sauce
- Pour the marinade into the pan—it will sizzle and bubble right away.
- Quickly turn the tofu pieces so they're well-coated on all sides.
- Once everything is sticky and glazed (about 1–2 minutes), remove from heat.
6️⃣ Serve & Garnish
- Transfer to a serving plate.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your irresistible crispy sticky tofu!