Less than 20 Minutes - Fried Tofu with Garlic Sauce (Addicting!)

Ingredients

• 14 oz Medium Firm Tofu (pressed and cut into 1‑inch cubes)
• 2 Tbsp Tapioca Starch (for coating)
• 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil (high smoke‑point oil for frying)
• 1 Tbsp Vegetarian Oyster Sauce (mushroom‑based, vegan)
• 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (light or regular)
• 1 tsp Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil for flavor)
• 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (balances saltiness)
• 6 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (toasted)
• 2 Tbsp Water (to thin sauce slightly)

Instructions

1. Press and Cube Tofu

   Remove the tofu from its package, drain, and press between paper towels for 10‑15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Then cut the tofu into 1‑inch cubes.

   Time: PT5M

2. Coat Tofu with Tapioca Starch

   Place the tofu cubes in a mixing bowl, sprinkle the tapioca starch over them, and toss gently until each piece is lightly coated.

   Time: PT2M

3. Heat Oil and Fry Tofu

   Add 1/2 cup vegetable oil to a wok or deep skillet and heat over medium‑high heat until shimmering. Carefully add the tofu cubes in a single layer, frying for 4‑5 minutes, turning once, until golden and crispy.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat

4. Drain Fried Tofu

   Transfer the fried tofu to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

   Time: PT1M

5. Prepare Garlic Sesame Sauce

   In a small bowl, combine vegetarian oyster sauce, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, toasted sesame seeds, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves.

   Time: PT3M

6. Dress Tofu with Sauce

   Place the drained tofu back into the mixing bowl, drizzle the garlic‑sesame sauce over it, and toss gently to coat evenly.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

230

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

8 g

Fat

14 g

Fiber

2 g