Crispy Garlic Butter Tofu Bites
These crispy garlic butter tofu bites are a flavorful and satisfying snack with a golden, crunchy exterior and a rich garlic butter glaze. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a quick bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture using a tofu press or a heavy object for about 15 minutes.
- Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the tofu cubes in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with cornstarch, and toss until evenly coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes in a single layer.
- Fry the tofu for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary.
- In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the garlic butter glaze.
- Add the crispy tofu bites to the garlic butter mixture and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another minute.
- Transfer the tofu bites to a serving plate and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
[‘Pressing the tofu is essential for achieving a crispy texture.’, ‘Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even crisping.’, ‘Feel free to adjust the soy sauce, lemon juice, or red pepper flakes to suit your taste.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
Keywords: crispy tofu, garlic butter tofu, tofu snack, healthy snack, vegan snack, vegetarian snack