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Sticky Peanut Tofu Bites served
Nutritious and flavorful tofu bites with roasted peanuts

Sticky Peanut Tofu Bites

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Quick Meals Appetizers
Many complain that tofu is tasteless. The secret is the 'sponge effect': if we press the water out of the tofu block structure, we make room for the flavorful marinade to be absorbed. In this recipe, the honey-soy glaze caramelizes onto the cubes, while the peanuts add extra crunch.
🕒 Prep Time 35 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 340 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Paper towels and a heavy weight (e.g., canned food) for pressing tofu
  • Non-stick skillet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Peanuts

Instructions

1 ✓

Wrap the tofu in paper towels, place a heavy object (like a cutting board + can) on top, and let it sit for 15 minutes. Then cut into cubes.

Tip: Removing water is key to a crispy texture and absorbing flavors.
2 ✓

Mix the marinade: soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, crushed garlic, and chili flakes. Toss the tofu in it and let sit for 15 minutes.

Tip: The salt (soy sauce) starts to penetrate the protein, seasoning the inside as well.
3 ✓

Heat oil in the skillet. Remove tofu from marinade (reserve the liquid!) and fry cubes on all sides until golden brown.

Tip: Be patient, let the sides sear before flipping.
4 ✓

Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Let it thicken from the heat and coat the tofu like a sticky glaze.

Tip: This happens in seconds, watch out so it doesn't burn!
5 ✓

Turn off the heat, stir in the coarsely chopped peanuts. Serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Tip: The acidity of the lime cuts through the richness of the soy and honey.

Recipe FAQ

The glaze burned, what did I do wrong?
Honey and soy sauce have high sugar content that burns quickly at high heat. When pouring the marinade into the pan, lower the heat and stir constantly!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Firm Tofu
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Honey (or Maple Syrup)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Fresh Ginger
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Roasted Peanuts
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil (or Sesame Oil)
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 whole Lime