Easy Hoisin Tofu

Chopsticks taking a pieces of hoisin tofu from a bowl.

5 from 1 vote

This ultra simple and quick hoisin tofu makes for the best weeknight dinner recipe. It is very flavorful, so easy to make, high in plant-based protein and super satisfying. Includes only a few ingredients and it's 100% vegan.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American, Chinese

Keyword: dinner, healthy, quick, Vegan, vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 243kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Ingredients

14-16 oz extra firm tofu
¼ cup hoisin sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1-2 tbsp maple syrup or more to taste (this depends on how sweet your hoisin sauce is)
1 large clove of garlic crushed
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sriracha sauce optional (omit if sensitive to heat)

Instructions

Drain and pat dry the block of tofu as well as you can using a clean towel.
Warm up a large non-stick pan with a little oil (I use an oil spray) and then, add the cubed tofu. Cook on medium-high heat flipping once in a while until golden brown on most sides, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk the sauce ingredients together (hoisin, maple syrup, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil and sriracha, if using). Then, taste the sauce and see if it needs more sweetener (some brands of hoisin aren't that sweet while others are super sweet already).
When the tofu looks done to your liking, then turn down the heat. Wait a minute and then, pour the sauce over (if the pan is too hot, it will splatter a lot!). Stir constantly and keep cooking (you can turn the heat back up) until the sauce thickens to a glaze and coats the tofu nicely, which should only take 1-2 minutes.
Remove from the heat and serve over rice or noodles with a side of veggies.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat using the microwave or on the stove (add a splash of water if necessary).
You can also serve this hoisin tofu recipe over buddha bowls, salads and in sandwiches. Check out the blog post for more details!
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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