Delicious Crispy Soy Garlic Tofu

Ingredients

• 14 oz Extra Firm Tofu (pressed and diced into 1‑inch cubes)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce (regular soy sauce)
• 1 tbsp Dark Soy Sauce (adds color and depth)
• 1 tbsp Vegetarian Oyster Sauce (or vegetarian stir‑fry sauce)
• 1 tbsp Shaoxing Wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 tsp Sugar (granulated)
• 1 tsp Rice Vinegar
• 4 tbsp Cornstarch (2 tbsp for sauce slurry, 2 tbsp for coating)
• 1/4 cup Water
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (for frying)
• 2 stalks Green Onions (thinly sliced for garnish)
• 1 tsp Sesame Seeds (toasted)

Instructions

1. Press and Dice Tofu

   Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel, place a weight on top, and let it press for at least 15 minutes. Then cut the tofu into 1‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare the Sauce

   In a mixing bowl whisk together light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, rice vinegar, 2 tbsp cornstarch, and water until smooth.

   Time: PT5M

3. Coat the Tofu

   Spread the remaining 2 tbsp cornstarch on a plate. Toss each tofu cube in the cornstarch, shaking off excess, until every piece is lightly coated.

   Time: PT5M

4. Fry the Tofu

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat (about 350°F). Add the coated tofu in a single layer and fry, turning once, until all sides are golden and crisp, about 3‑4 minutes per side.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Set Tofu Aside

   Transfer the fried tofu to a paper‑towel‑lined plate to drain excess oil.

   Time: PT1M

6. Simmer the Sauce

   In the same skillet, pour the sauce mixture, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 3‑4 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

7. Combine Tofu and Sauce

   Return the crispy tofu to the pan, toss quickly to coat each piece evenly with the thickened sauce.

   Time: PT2M

8. Garnish and Serve

   Remove from heat, transfer to a serving plate, and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

130

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

8 g

Fiber

1 g