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Hot Honey Tofu Tenders

55 minServes 3Nutri-Score C€€
from @hescooks12 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

3 people
  • firm tofu (patted dry, cut into thick strips and lightly scored)Fresh300 g
  • soy saucePantry45 ml
  • sesame oilPantry15 ml
  • water (for the marinade)Other15 ml
  • mushroom seasoning powder (or chicken bouillon powder)Spices10 g
  • paprikaSpices4 g
  • garlic powderSpices6 g
  • onion powderSpices3 g
  • saltSpices6 g
  • white pepperSpices2 g
  • all-purpose flour (divided between wet and dry coating)Grains140 g
  • water (for the wet batter, adjust as needed)Other150 ml
  • baking powderPantry4 g
  • cornflakes (crushed)Grains80 g
  • butter (melted)Dairy28 g
  • hot saucePantry45 ml
  • honey (or maple syrup for a vegan version)Pantry63 g
  • chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)Spices1 g
  • cooking oil spray (for spraying the tofu)Pantry5 ml

per serving

Nutrition

384kcal

Carbs
48 g
Proteins
14 g
Fat
15 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Frying pan
  • Kitchen scissors

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the tofu

    • Pat the tofu dry with a paper towel and score it lightly with a knife so the marinade absorbs better.
    • Mix the soy sauce, sesame oil and water, then coat the tofu evenly.
    • Let it marinate in the fridge.
    Step 1

  2. Prepare the seasoning mix

    • Combine the mushroom seasoning powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and white pepper.
    • Set aside part of the mix for the wet batter and keep the rest for the dry coating.
    Step 2

  3. Make the wet batter and dry coating

    • Whisk the flour, part of the seasoning mix and the water into a smooth batter, adjusting the water as needed.
    • In another bowl, combine the remaining flour, the rest of the seasoning mix and the baking powder.
    Step 3

  4. Coat the tofu

    • Dredge the marinated tofu in the dry coating mixture.
    • Dip it into the wet batter, making sure it is fully coated.
    • Press the tofu into the crushed cornflakes so it is evenly covered.
    Step 4

  5. Air-fry until crispy

    • Lightly spray the coated tofu with oil.
    • Air-fry at 180 °C until golden and crispy.
    Step 5

  6. Make the hot honey sauce

    • Melt the butter in a pan.
    • Stir in the hot sauce, honey and chili flakes.
    Step 6

  7. Coat the tofu and serve

    • Toss the crispy tofu in the sauce until fully covered.
    • Serve immediately.
    Step 7
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