Korean Fried Tofu

This dish features crispy tofu coated in a sweet and spicy soy garlic sauce, inspired by Korean fried chicken. The tofu is prepared using a unique batter made with flaxseed and cornstarch, giving it a light and airy texture. Easy to make and super yummy too!

by Ashlie Jacobs


Servings

4

Prep Time

45 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

1 hr 15 min


  • 1 Pack Extra Firm Tofu(14-15.5oz)

  • Canola Oil (48fl oz)

  • Sesame Seeds

Egg Replica

  • 1 Tbsp Ground FlaxSeed + 3 Tbsp Water

Breading

  • 1/4 Cup CornStarch

  • 1/2 Cup All Purpose Flour


Ingredients:

Marinade

  • 3 Tbsp White Vinegar

  • 1 Tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce

  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice

  • 2 tsp Ginger Paste

  • 3 Garlic Cloves, Minced

  • 1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes

  • 1/2 tsp Salt

  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Sauce

  • 2 Tbsp Vegan Butter

  • 1/2 Cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce

  • 7 Tbsp Agave

  • 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar

  • 1 Tbsp 1 tsp Sesame Oil

  • 2 tsp Chilli Flakes

  • 4 Garlic Cloves, Minced


  1. Marinate tofu: Drain and dry tofu, then place it in a container or bowl in bite-sized chunks. Mix the marinade ingredients and pour them over the tofu. Mix well and allow the tofu to marinate for 30 minutes or longer.

  2. Egg Replica: Prepare the flaxseed by mixing with water and setting aside, allowing it to thicken.

  3. Breading: Combine all-purpose flour and cornstarch.

  4. Combine: Place the tofu in a large bowl and drain out any extra marinade juice if needed. Add the flaxseed mixture and mix well. Then pour the flour and cornstarch mixture on top and mix again until fully combined.

  5. Deep Fry Tofu: Bring a medium pot of oil to medium heat and placing a few tofu pieces in at a time. Cook for about 5 minutes until tofu is golden and crispy, then let it dry on a cooling rack.

  6. Refry Batches: Once all batches are cooked, refry the batches again for 1-2 minutes until the skin is slightly darker and very crispy.

  7. Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a small sauce pan, melt butter. Mix the sauce ingredients together then place it in the small saucepan . Bring to a boil, then allow to simmer until thick.

  8. Coat Tofu in Sauce: Coat tofu in the sauce, top with sesame seeds, and then serve with brown rice and mixed greens.

Instructions:

    • If you don't own a cooling rack, use paper towels to drain the oil after frying. make sure to change out the paper towels for the second fry.

    • Add more chili flakes for more heat!

    • Instead of White Vinegar and Lemon Juice, Rice Wine Vinegar is the best option, though most stores do not sell this. Apple Cider Vinegar is also a great substitute.

  • 1 Serving

    • Calories: 500 kcal

    • Total Fat: 22g

      • Saturated Fat: 3.5g

    • Cholesterol: 0mg

    • Sodium: 1000mg

    • Total Carbohydrates: 55g

      • Sugars: 22g

      • Dietary Fiber: 5g

    • Protein: 19.5g

    • Calcium: 12-15% DV

    • Iron: 22-25% DV

    (Note: Nutritional values are estimated and can vary based on specific ingredient brands and quantities used.)