Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowl
This Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowl has become a recipe I crave almost daily! A healthy, flavorful & simple meal that's crispy and sticky in all the best ways. A Crispy Sticky Tofu Bowl has everything a perfect bowl needs to be perfect—golden-brown tofu coated in a sweet, spicy, paired with a delish cucumber salad and fluffy rice.
Ingredients
Crispy Tofu
- 2 Blocks Firm Tofu
- 1/2 Cup Corn Starch
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
Sticky Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Honey
- 1/2 Cup Tamari or soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoons Chili Crisp
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic minced
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
Cucumber Salad
- 2 Cups Cucumbers chopped or sliced
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- 1/4 Cup Tamari or soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Chili Crisp
- 1/2 Tablespoon Garlic minced
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
Other Ingredients & Toppings
- 2 Cups Rice
- Green Onions
- Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Start by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture. Slice it into bite-sized cubes and toss them with cornstarch and garlic powder. This coating helps create an ultra-crispy texture once baked.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the tofu cubes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- In a bowl, toss the chopped cucumbers with honey, tamari, rice vinegar, chili crisp, minced garlic, and salt. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- While the tofu bakes, whisk together the honey, tamari, rice vinegar, chili crisp, garlic, and salt in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Once the tofu is crispy, transfer it to a pan and pour the sticky sauce over it. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to coat every piece in the rich, garlicky sauce.
- Scoop some fluffy rice into a bowl, add a generous portion of Crispy Sticky Tofu, and top with the tangy cucumber salad. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for the perfect finishing touch.