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Last Updated on July 28, 2026 by Tiffany
This sweet glazed tofu is my Caribbean gyal spin on an Asian inspired recipe. Silky, saucy tofu that’s perfectly seasoned and the balanced combination of sweet and spicy. If you’re craving takeout vibes you need to make this right NOW.
This dish takes nearly no time to put together and only requires you to chop the tofu and the garlic. It’s insanely easy, and requires almost no active stove time too! We love a good 20 minute recipe.
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What you’ll need- Sweet Glazed Tofu
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Tofu
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Water
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Corn Starch
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Cayenne Pepper
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Nutritional Yeast
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Agave
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Onion Powder
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Cumin
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Paprika
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Ginger Powder
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Rice Vinegar
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Coconut Aminos
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Dried Oregano
How to make Sweet Glazed Tofu
Step One:
Drain and dry your tofu out the pack (pressing is not necessary), and in a bowl season with the coconut aminos, garlic powder, dried oregano, paprika, and nutritional yeast.
Pour out the tofu (and the liquid) onto a parchment lined paper and spray with oil. Place in your air fryer on 385 F for 20 minutes.
Make sure that non of the liquid leaks out of the paper into the machine, be responsible sis!
Step Two:
While the tofu is getting nice and crispy in the air fryer, start prepping your sauce.
Finely mince or grate the garlic and combine it in a jar along with the coconut aminos, water, corn starch, and the dried seasonings.
Mix well so that the corn starch doesn’t lump.
Step Three:
In a pan/pot, cook your sauce on low-medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the corn starch has cooked all the way through.
Step Three:
Once the tofu has finished cooking in the airfryer, throw it in the sauce pot and allow everything to be evenly coated. Serve with your grain of choice and enjoy!
How to store Sweet Glazed Tofu
This sweet glazed tofu can store in the fridge for up to 5 days making it meal prep friendly. When you want to reheat, simply warm in the microwave.
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Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons Coconut Aminos this recipe has not been tested w/soy sauce, coconut aminos are what gives this recipe the nice flavor
- 1.5 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
- 1/8 Teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 Teaspoon Ginger Powder
- 2 Teaspoons Agave
- 1/2 Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Nutritional Yeast
- 1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Corn Starch
- 1/4 Cup Water
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 3 cloves Fresh Garlic
- Spray Oil for the tofu
For the Tofu!
- 2 Tablespoons Coconut Aminos
- 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 Teaspoon Nutritional Yeast
Instructions
- Drain and dry your tofu out the pack (pressing is not necessary) and in a bowl season with the coconut aminos, garlic powder, dried oregano, paprika, and nutritional yeast. Pour out the tofu (and the liquid) onto a parchment lined paper and spray with oil. Place in your air fryer on 385 F for 20 minutes. Make sure that non of the liquid leaks out of the paper into the machine, be responsible sis!
- While the tofu is getting nice and crispy in the air fryer, start prepping your sauce. Finely mince or grate the garlic and combine it in a jar along with the coconut aminos, water, corn starch, and the dried seasonings.Mix well so that the corn starch doesn't lump.In a small sauce pan, cook your sauce on low-medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the corn starch has cooked all the way through.
- Once the tofu has finished cooking in the airfryer, throw it in the sauce pot and allow everything to be evenly coated. Serve with your grain of choice and enjoy!
