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Crispy Teriyaki Tofu
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 
Servings: 4
Author: Dianne
Ingredients
Tofu
  • 1 lb. Firm Tofu
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch for dusting
  • 1/2 cup Oil for frying
Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1 tsp. Ginger grated
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or grated
  • 1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp. Dark or Mushroom Soy Sauce
  • 1-1/2 Tbsp. Light Soy Sauce
  • 1 tsp. Oyster Sauce
  • 3 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. White Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. Honey
  • 2 Tbsp. Pineapple Juice
  • 1-2 slices Pineapple cut in small pieces
  • 1 Tbsp. Cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. Water to dilute cornstarch
  • 1 Tbsp. Sesame Seeds
Instructions
Tofu
  1. Take tofu out of package and discard the excess water. Place tofu on a plate for 15-20 minutes for excess water to drain off.

  2. Slice tofu into bite size squares and dust all sides with cornstarch.

  3. Heat a large non-stick skillet on medium-high heat, add oil and wait a few minutes until hot. Place pieces of tofu in the pan at least 1" apart and fry around 2-3 minutes on each side or golden brown. When cooked, place on a paper towel lined plate until all are cooked.

Teriyaki Sauce
  1. Dilute cornstarch and water and set aside.

  2. Place rest of teriyaki ingredients in a small pot on medium-high heat. When starts to boil, add diluted cornstarch and stir for about 1 minute until slightly thickens.

  3. To toast sesame seeds, place in a small skillet on medium heat and keep stirring until starts to get brown & toasty.

  4. When ready to serve, re-heat tofu in oven or air fryer for a few minutes. Heat teriyaki sauce and stir tofu into teriyaki sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds.