Description
Garlic Butter Tofu is a mouthwatering plant-based dish featuring crispy cubes of golden tofu enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a savory flavor explosion that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at dinner parties. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside fresh veggies to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g firm tofu
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4–6 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Press the tofu for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into one-inch cubes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the tofu in a single layer. Sauté until golden brown on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, soy sauce, and honey (or maple syrup) to the skillet. Stir and simmer for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Toss in chopped green onions and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve warm, drizzling any remaining sauce over the tofu.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100g
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg