Honey Miso Glazed Tofu
Looking for a plant-based dish that's flavourful and crispy? Whether you're a tofu enthusiast or simply looking to add more meatless meals to your repertoire, this dish is sure to become a favourite.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Crispy Tofu
- 350-400 g firm or extra firm organic tofu
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- cooking spray or oil, for greasing the pan or air fryer basket
Honey Miso Sauce
- 2 tbsp white miso paste (adjust miso to taste preference, bearing in mind its saltiness)
- 2 tbsp raw honey (maple syrup, brown sugar, and other sweetener of your choice)
- 3 tsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp mirin
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp water
- 1-2 tbsp Goji berries
- For an extra kick, consider stirring in 1 tablespoon of Gochujang chili paste. (optional)
Garnishes (Optional)
- sesame seeds
- chopped green onions
- crushed peanuts
Instructions
Crispy Tofu (Pan Fried)
- Slice the pressed tofu into cubes or rectangles, whichever you prefer.
- In a bowl, whisk together the honey, miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, mirin, minced garlic, grated ginger, Goji berries and water to make the glaze. Set aside.
- In a separate shallow dish, combine the nutritional yeast and cornstarch.
- Dip each tofu piece into the nutritional yeast and cornstarch mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu pieces in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. You may need to work in batches.
- If working in batches, place each completed batch in a separate bowl.
- Once all the tofu is cooked, add the sauce to the pan and stir, cooking until the sauce begins to bubble and slightly thicken.
- Return the cooked tofu to the pan with the sauce, gently tossing to ensure they are evenly coated. Around 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from pan and garnish with sesame seeds and/or chopped green onions before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious Honey Miso Glazed Tofu as a main dish or as a protein-rich addition to salads, stir-fries, or grain bowls! Feel free to adjust the seasoning and sweetness of the glaze according to your taste preferences. Enjoy!
Crispy Tofu (Air Fryer)
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Slice the pressed tofu into cubes or rectangles, whichever you prefer.
- In a bowl, whisk together the honey, miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the glaze. Set aside.
- In a separate shallow dish, combine the nutritional yeast and cornstarch.
- Dip each tofu piece into the nutritional yeast and cornstarch mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the coated tofu pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded.
- Cook the tofu in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the tofu is golden brown and crispy.
- Once the tofu is cooked, carefully remove it from the air fryer basket and transfer it to a bowl.
- Drizzle the honey miso glaze over the cooked tofu and toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
- Optional: Return the glazed tofu to the air fryer for an additional 2-3 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
- Remove the glazed tofu from the air fryer and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
- Serve the Honey Miso Glazed Tofu hot as a delicious and flavourful appetizer, main dish, or protein-rich addition to salads, stir-fries, or grain bowls!