Spicy Tofu

Turn up the heat in your kitchen with this irresistible Spicy Tofu recipe, a perfect balance of bold and savory flavors. This quick and easy dish combines crispy, golden-brown tofu cubes with a fiery glaze made from soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, ginger, and a hint of lime juice for a zesty kick. Finished with a glossy cornstarch-thickened sauce and sprinkled with green onions and chili flakes, this protein-packed recipe is a dream for spice lovers and vegans alike. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's the ideal weeknight dinner, pairing beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite noodles. Whether you're embracing meatless meals or looking for a flavorful new favorite, this spicy tofu is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 lime, juice

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sriracha, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, honey, and lime juice. Set aside.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and fry them until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium and add the soy sauce mixture to the skillet with the cooked tofu. Stir to coat the tofu evenly.

Step 8

Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet, then add red chili flakes. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Add chopped green onions and stir for another minute until they are slightly wilted.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve immediately. This spicy tofu pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(637.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	871.2

Total Fat 59.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2108.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 47.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 662.0mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 897.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.6%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 23.1%