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Tofu over rice on a black plate.

Firecracker Tofu

This Firecracker Tofu consists of crispy pieces of tofu coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. Serve over rice or with steamed vegetables for a delicious vegetarian meal.

Course Dinner, main dish
Cuisine American
Keyword tofu, vegetarian
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) package super firm tofu
  • 1/2 cup Frank's Hot Sauce
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • sesame seeds and sliced green onion for garnish

Instructions

  1. Wrap tofu in several layers of paper towels and place a cast iron pan on top of it. Let sit for 30 minutes. Or you can use a tofu press if you have one.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together hot sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

  3. Cut tofu into cubes and place in a bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch on top. Toss to coat it evenly.

  4. Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet. Add the tofu. (Cook in 2 batches if necessary. You want it in a single layer.)

  5. Cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside. Drain off any oil.

  6. Add the sauce to the skillet and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

  7. Add tofu back to skillet and coat it in sauce.

  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions and serve.

Nutrition Facts
Firecracker Tofu
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Sodium 1129mg49%
Potassium 47mg1%
Carbohydrates 43g14%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 27g30%
Protein 1g2%
Calcium 26mg3%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.