Sticky Sesame Tofu
1 hr 15 min
Crispy baked tofu cubes coated in a sticky-sweet sesame-soy glaze with garlic and sesame seeds.
| prepPress tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture | |||||
| prepPreheat oven to 425°F / 220°C | |||||
| 1 (14–16 oz / 400–450 g) block firm or extra-firm tofu | Cut tofu into cubes, coat with oil & seasonings | Coat tofu with cornstarch, toss gently | Bake 425°F / 220°C, 15 min; toss; bake 15–20 min until golden | Air fry 400°F / 200°C, 18–20 min until crispy, shake at 8 & 13 min | Toss in crispy tofu, green onion greens & sesame seeds; serve |
| 1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil (for coating tofu) | |||||
| 1/2 teaspoon salt | |||||
| 1/2 teaspoon onion powder | |||||
| 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder | |||||
| black pepper to taste | |||||
| 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or potato starch) | |||||
| 3 tablespoons soy sauce | Whisk soy sauce, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil & cornstarch | Pour sauce, stir constantly 1–2 min until thickened | |||
| 2 tablespoons ketchup | |||||
| 3 tablespoons brown sugar | |||||
| 2 tablespoons rice vinegar | |||||
| 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil | |||||
| 2 teaspoons cornstarch | |||||
| 1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil (for the pan) | |||||
| 1 tablespoon minced garlic | Sauté garlic & green onion whites 2–3 min over medium heat | ||||
| 1 green onion, whites and greens separated | |||||
| 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds | |||||
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