Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
200 g

Tofu

cubed

0.25 cup

Dark soy sauce

2 tsp

Brown Sugar (Demerara Sugar)

1.5 tsp

Honey

1 tsp

Sesame seeds (Til seeds)

lightly toasted

2 tsp

Sriracha sauce

or any chilli sauce (optional)

3 sprigs

Spring Onion Greens

finely chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Heat a medium size wide pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Add the soy sauce.

Step 3
~3 min

When the soy sauce starts boiling, add the brown sugar.

Step 4
~3 min

Let the brown sugar melt completely and start caramelising.

Step 5
~3 min

Add honey, chilli sauce and the sesame seeds.

Step 6
~3 min

When the sauce thickens, add the cubed tofu.

Step 7
~3 min

Mix to coat the tofu well and switch off the heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Garnish with the spring onion greens.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the tofu in the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Adjust the amount of sriracha sauce to your preferred spice level.

Serve with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Tofu can be marinated in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot over rice.

Serve as an appetizer with dipping sauce.

Serve alongside noodles.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Rice
Noodles
Vegetable Stir-fry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Teriyaki is a popular Japanese cooking technique.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Appetizer Party
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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