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Soy Garlic Tofu Balls

Savory Soy Garlic Tofu Balls for Crispy Vegan Delight

These Soy Garlic Tofu Balls are a crispy vegan delight with savory aromas and flavors, perfect for snacks or meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu Balls
  • 1 block Firm Tofu can use plant-based meatballs for variety
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced for best aroma
  • 2 tablespoons Corn Starch for thickening the sauce
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese Black Vinegar or Rice Vinegar rice vinegar is milder
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce tamari is gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetarian Oyster Sauce or soy sauce as replacement
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or agave for a vegan alternative
  • 1 cup Water room temperature for consistency
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil for sautéing vegetables
  • 2 scallions Scallion separate green and white parts
  • 1 medium Shallot or Red Onion or yellow onion if available
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper or any bell pepper variety

Equipment

  • large pan or wok
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Soy Garlic Tofu Balls
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of Chinese black vinegar or rice vinegar, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vegetarian oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 cup of water. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of cornstarch while stirring to ensure there are no lumps. Set aside for later.
  2. Preheat a large pan or wok over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of neutral oil. Add the white parts of 2 chopped scallions and sauté them for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add 1 chopped shallot and 1 large chopped red bell pepper, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Give the prepared sauce a quick stir to recombine the ingredients, then pour it into the pan with the sautéed vegetables. Increase the heat slightly to a gentle boil and stir constantly. The sauce will thicken after about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully add your air-fried or sautéed tofu balls to the sauce, ensuring each one gets a nice glaze. Gently stir them in and allow to cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are heated through.
  5. Serve your delicious Soy Garlic Tofu Balls with rice, noodles, or wrapped in a tortilla. Garnish with the green parts of the scallions for a fresh finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Double the sauce if preparing more than 10 tofu balls or adding extra veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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