Spicy Korean Fried Tofu Bites

Crispy tofu cubes tossed in a sweet and spicy Korean-inspired sauce. A perfect vegetarian snack!

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

Calories

385 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

2 items

Cost

£1.31/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

1block (14-16 oz)Firm Tofu(Pressed to remove excess water)

£3.00

0.3cupCornstarch(For coating the tofu)

£0.20

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil(For frying)

£0.15

2tablespoonsGochujang (Korean Chili Paste)(Adjust to taste)

£0.35

1tablespoonSoy Sauce(Low sodium recommended)

£0.10

1tablespoonHoney or Maple Syrup(For sweetness. Use maple syrup for vegan option.)

£0.15

1tablespoonRice Vinegar(Adds tanginess)

£0.15

1teaspoonSesame Oil(For flavor)

£0.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1teaspoonGinger(Grated)

£0.15

1tablespoonSesame Seeds(For garnish)

£0.20

2stalksGreen Onions(Thinly sliced, for garnish)

£0.50

Total Cost

£5.25

£1.31 per serving

Instructions

1.
Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes to remove excess water. You can do this by wrapping it in paper towels and placing a heavy object on top.
2.
Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
3.
In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.
4.
Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
5.
Add the tofu cubes to the pan in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
6.
While the tofu is frying, prepare the sauce. In a separate bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
7.
Once the tofu is crispy, remove it from the pan and set aside. Drain excess oil if needed.
8.
Add the sauce to the pan and heat over medium heat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
9.
Add the fried tofu to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
10.
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
11.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

385 kcal / 1611 kJ

Carbs

22g

8% of RDA

Fat

23g

33% of RDA

Protein

22g

44% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

9 g

10% of RDA

Sodium

880 mg

38% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Pressing the tofu thoroughly is crucial for achieving a crispy texture.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the tofu, as this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy tofu.

Adjust the amount of gochujang to your preferred spice level.

Serve with rice or as a snack on its own.

Cooking Equipment

Large Non-Stick Pan

Mixing Bowl

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