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Three Levels of Tofu: Crispy Glazed Tofu, Baked Soy-Glazed Tofu & Tofu Herb Balls
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Three Levels of Tofu: Crispy Glazed Tofu, Baked Soy-Glazed Tofu & Tofu Herb Balls

1 h 15 minPara 10Nutri-Score B€€
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Ingredientes

10 personas
  • firm tofu (level 1: patted dry and torn into bite-sized pieces)Fresco400 g
  • corn starch (for tossing the tofu)Despensa16 g
  • salt (for the tofu coating)Especias5 g
  • frying oil (for frying)Despensa100 ml
  • agave syrup (level 1 glaze; maple syrup works too)Despensa60 ml
  • lemon (small, juiced)Frutas y verduras1 pieza
  • paprika (ground)Especias2 g
  • ground coriander (ground)Especias2 g
  • cumin (ground)Especias2 g
  • chili powder (ground)Especias1 g
  • garlic powder (for the level 1 glaze)Especias1,5 g
  • water (for the glaze)Otro22 ml
  • firm tofu (level 2: halved and scored)Fresco400 g
  • soy sauce (for the level 2 glaze)Despensa30 ml
  • agave syrup (for the level 2 glaze)Despensa30 ml
  • vinegar (for the level 2 glaze)Despensa30 ml
  • hoisin sauce (for the level 2 glaze)Despensa30 ml
  • sesame oil (for the level 2 glaze)Despensa15 ml
  • garlic powder (for the level 2 glaze)Especias3 g
  • firm tofu (level 3: crumbled)Fresco200 g
  • onion (small, grated)Frutas y verduras1 pieza
  • garlic (cloves, grated)Frutas y verduras2 piezas
  • parsley (a big handful, chopped)Frutas y verduras20 g
  • mint (a big handful, chopped)Frutas y verduras20 g
  • tomato sauce (3 proper tablespoons)Despensa45 ml
  • flour (chickpea flour for the gluten-free version)Despensa50 g
  • salt (to taste, for the tofu balls)Especias3 g
  • black pepper (to taste)Especias1 g
  • red wine vinegar (for the tofu balls)Despensa8 ml
  • frying oil (for frying the balls)Despensa100 ml

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Nutrición

218kcal

Carbohidratos
18 g
Proteínas
8 g
Grasas
13 g
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Preparación

  1. Level 1: prepare and crisp the tofu

    • Pat the tofu dry and tear it into bite-sized chunks to create more surface for flavour.
    • Toss the chunks with the corn starch and salt.
    • Fry in oil until crispy and golden brown.
    Paso 1
  2. Level 1: make the glaze

    • Mix the agave syrup, lemon juice, paprika, ground coriander, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and water into a glaze.
    Paso 2
  3. Level 1: glaze the tofu

    • Pour the glaze over the crispy tofu and stir so every chunk is coated.
    • Fry for a few minutes until caramelized and glossy.
    Paso 3
  4. Level 2: score the tofu

    • Cut the tofu block in half and score it sideways to create more flavour area.
    Paso 4
  5. Level 2: mix the soy glaze

    • Combine the soy sauce, agave syrup, vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil and garlic powder.
    • Spoon the glaze all over the tofu.
    Paso 5
  6. Level 2: bake the tofu

    • Bake at 200 °C for 20 minutes.
    • Add the remaining glaze and bake for another 5-10 minutes until nicely caramelized.
    Paso 6
  7. Level 3: mix the tofu ball mixture

    • Crumble the tofu into a bowl and add the grated onion, grated garlic, chopped parsley and mint, tomato sauce, salt, pepper and red wine vinegar.
    • Add the flour to bind and mash everything together.
    • Knead well and shape into 8-10 small balls or patties.
    Paso 7
  8. Level 3: fry the tofu balls

    • Fry the balls in oil until beautifully golden brown.
    Paso 8