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Tara's Tasty Treats

Sticky Sesame Tofu

this sticky sesame garlic tofu is crispy, packed with flavour and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Cook
15 min

Ingredients

tofu

  • 1 block firm tofu
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp plain flour / cornflour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

sauce

  • 1 red pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, crushed
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

slurry

  • 1 tbsp plain flour
  • 2 tbsp water

to serve

  • Rice
  • Steamed broccoli
  • Extra sesame seeds

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the cubed tofu to a bowl and drizzle with the sesame oil, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper, then toss until the tofu is evenly coated. Air fry at 200°C for 15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and golden.

  2. 2

    While the tofu cooks, add the pepper, onion, garlic and ginger to a hot pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Stir in the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, hot sauce and sesame seeds.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, mix the flour and water to make a slurry. Pour it into the pan and stir until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.

  5. 5

    Add the crispy tofu to the pan and toss until every piece is coated in the sticky sauce.

  6. 6

    Serve with rice and steamed broccoli. Finish with an extra sprinkle of sesame seeds and enjoy!