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Spicy Honey Butter Tofu

This Korean Inspired Tofu dish is subtly sweet, buttery with a kick of spice and is the perfect sharing appetizer or snack any day!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Fusion, Korean
Keyword: tofu, tofu recipes
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 200 g extra firm tofu
  • 1.5 tbsp corn starch
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt

Spicy Honey Butter Sauce

  • 1/2 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru (adjust according to spice tolerance)
  • 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
  • splash of water

Garnish

  • vegan mayo
  • 1 tsp white sesame seeds
  • 1 tsp black sesame seeds
  • chopped scallions

Instructions

  • (OPTIONAL) Freeze tofu overnight. Thaw it in the refrigerator for a few hours or microwaves for a minute.
  • Tear up the tofu into pieces and coat it with the dry mixture - corn starch, seasonings and salt.
  • Panfry or air fry the tofu pieces with a splash of olive oil until crispy (or any other oil of your choice).
  • Add vegan butter to a pan and as it melts, add gochugaru. Follow up with soy sauce, maple syrup and give it a good mix.
  • Add a splash of water, the fried tofu and coat until evenly combined. The dish should be sticky and not dry. Add more water if required.
  • Add vegan mayp, toasted sesame seeds, scallions and give it a good mix. Serve in wraps, tacos, sandwiches, rice bowls or just eat it as a snack!

Notes

  1. Make this gluten free by swapping out the soy sauce for a gluten free version, or tamari / coconut aminos.