Garlic Butter Tofu
Garlic Butter Tofu is a delightful dish that combines crispy tofu with a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a savory experience that will impress your family and friends. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings, this flavorful meal can be enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu, extra-firm
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Press the tofu: Wrap in paper towels and place a weight on top for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Cut and season: Cube the pressed tofu and toss it with soy sauce. Set aside to marinate.
- Heat pan: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat until bubbly but not browned.
- Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Cook tofu: Add marinated tofu cubes to the skillet and sauté until golden brown on all sides, approximately five minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with green onions, and drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over the tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3.5 oz (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg