Honey Sriracha Tofu Nuggets (Printable Version)

Crispy tofu cubes coated in a flavorful honey-sriracha glaze, ideal for a tasty snack or starter.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Tofu Nuggets

01 - 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed
02 - 2 tbsp cornstarch
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
07 - Cooking spray or 1 tbsp neutral oil

→ Honey Sriracha Glaze

08 - 2 tbsp honey
09 - 1 1/2 tbsp sriracha sauce
10 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 1 tsp rice vinegar
12 - 1/2 tsp sesame oil

→ Garnish (optional)

13 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
14 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes.
02 - Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Roll each tofu cube in panko breadcrumbs to fully coat.
04 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Spray or brush the basket with cooking spray or neutral oil.
05 - Place tofu nuggets in a single layer in the basket. Air fry for 15 to 18 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crisp.
06 - In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until warm and slightly thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Transfer cooked tofu nuggets to a large bowl and pour warm glaze over. Toss gently to coat evenly.
08 - Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They're ready in 40 minutes total and feel way more impressive than the effort requires.
  • You get that addictive sweet-spicy-salty balance that makes you reach for just one more bite.
  • Even people skeptical about tofu tend to go quiet and keep eating when they try these.
02 -
  • Don't skip pressing the tofu—I learned this the hard way when I got impatient and ended up with steamed nuggets instead of crispy ones.
  • The glaze thickens slightly as it cools, so if you make it too far ahead it can become gluey; warm it gently right before tossing.
03 -
  • If your panko isn't sticking well, lightly mist the coated nuggets with cooking spray before air frying—it helps everything brown together.
  • Sriracha brands vary wildly in heat level, so taste yours before dumping in the full amount and adjust from there.
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