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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 u 15 minVoor 10Nutri-Score B€€
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Ingrediënten

10 personen
  • firm tofu (level 1: patted dry and torn into bite-sized pieces)Vers400 g
  • corn starch (for tossing the tofu)Voorraadkast16 g
  • salt (for the tofu coating)Kruiden en specerijen5 g
  • frying oil (for frying)Voorraadkast100 ml
  • agave syrup (level 1 glaze; maple syrup works too)Voorraadkast60 ml
  • lemon (small, juiced)Groente en fruit1 stuk
  • paprika (ground)Kruiden en specerijen2 g
  • ground coriander (ground)Kruiden en specerijen2 g
  • cumin (ground)Kruiden en specerijen2 g
  • chili powder (ground)Kruiden en specerijen1 g
  • garlic powder (for the level 1 glaze)Kruiden en specerijen1,5 g
  • water (for the glaze)Overig22 ml
  • firm tofu (level 2: halved and scored)Vers400 g
  • soy sauce (for the level 2 glaze)Voorraadkast30 ml
  • agave syrup (for the level 2 glaze)Voorraadkast30 ml
  • vinegar (for the level 2 glaze)Voorraadkast30 ml
  • hoisin sauce (for the level 2 glaze)Voorraadkast30 ml
  • sesame oil (for the level 2 glaze)Voorraadkast15 ml
  • garlic powder (for the level 2 glaze)Kruiden en specerijen3 g
  • firm tofu (level 3: crumbled)Vers200 g
  • onion (small, grated)Groente en fruit1 stuk
  • garlic (cloves, grated)Groente en fruit2 stukken
  • parsley (a big handful, chopped)Groente en fruit20 g
  • mint (a big handful, chopped)Groente en fruit20 g
  • tomato sauce (3 proper tablespoons)Voorraadkast45 ml
  • flour (chickpea flour for the gluten-free version)Voorraadkast50 g
  • salt (to taste, for the tofu balls)Kruiden en specerijen3 g
  • black pepper (to taste)Kruiden en specerijen1 g
  • red wine vinegar (for the tofu balls)Voorraadkast8 ml
  • frying oil (for frying the balls)Voorraadkast100 ml

per portie

Voedingswaarden

218kcal

Koolhydraten
18 g
Eiwitten
8 g
Vetten
13 g
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Bereiding

  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.
    Stap 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.
    Stap 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.
    Stap 3
  4. Level 2: score the tofu

    • Cut the tofu block in half and score it sideways to create more flavour area.
    Stap 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.
    Stap 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.
    Stap 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.
    Stap 7
  8. Level 3: fry the tofu balls

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