Description
Enjoy these delightful Maple Glazed Tofu Bites, a perfect vegan protein snack or appetizer that’s quick to make and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14-16 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or other cooking oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce (or tamari), maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger powder, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add the pressed and cubed tofu to the marinade and gently toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15-30 minutes, or longer in the refrigerator for a deeper flavor.
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully add the marinated tofu to the hot skillet in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Cook for 4-6 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- While the tofu is cooking, you can reduce the remaining marinade in a small saucepan over low heat until slightly thickened, if desired, to create a glaze.
- Once the tofu is cooked, toss it with the thickened glaze or drizzle with any remaining marinade.
- Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if you like.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu is crucial for achieving a firm texture. You can use a tofu press or wrap the tofu in paper towels and place a heavy object on top for at least 30 minutes.
- For an extra crispy texture, you can toss the tofu with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch before pan-frying.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the glaze to your preference.
- These bites are delicious served on their own, or as a topping for salads and rice bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approximately 200-250 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 8-12g
- Sodium: Approximately 500-700mg
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 1-2g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 8-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 10-15g
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3g
- Protein: Approximately 15-20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg