10 Sweet, Spicy, and Sour Tofu Recipes

Tofu is one of the most versatile foods out there and can soak up any flavor that you add to it. One of the best flavor combinations for tofu is sweet, spicy, and sour. It adds an Asian element to the dish and goes perfectly with rice or noodles. Enjoy!

1. Easy Sweet & Sour Tofu

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Tofu is such a versatile ingredient. It’s not only a great source of plant protein, but it also goes well with a sweet or savory dish. This vegan Easy Sweet & Sour Tofu by Angie Li is perfect for meal prep as it is not only filled with vegetables and plant-based proteins, but the sauce also pairs well with rice or noodles.

2. Sweet Chili Tofu

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This Sweet Chili Tofu by Jillian Harris & Tori Wesszer is super crispy with a flavorful tofu interior and coated in a perfect amount of sweet and spicy sauce that you will be addicted to, guaranteed! Pressing the tofu and then soaking it in vegetable stock allows it to soak up more flavor when cooked, but you can skip this step if you forget or do not have time. Be warned, the glaze is very thick!

3. Sweet Lime Glazed Tofu

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This Sweet Lime Glazed Tofu by Jessica Uy is a perfect blend of sweet and sour goodness. Plus, who doesn’t love crisp tofu? The technique of coating the tofu with some cornstarch before pan-frying them helps to create a crisp crust.

4. Sweet and Spicy Cola Tofu

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It’s fun to experiment in the kitchen. This cola-glazed tofu might sound like a weird combination at first, but it’s so good! It’s sweet, hot, and a little bit sticky. As the tofu cooks, the sauce caramelizes, which results in crispy edges for the tofu. Serve this Sweet and Spicy Cola Tofu by Alicja Rokicka with rice, veggies, and avocado.

5. Crispy Spicy Tofu

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Even if you think you don’t like tofu, this recipe is one to try. It’s flavourful and super easy to make with just the right kick of heat. And talk about versatility! This Crispy Spicy Tofu by Tara Weir is great in Buddha bowls, tacos, or stir fry, on pasta, salad, or rice, or as a topper for nachos, pizza, or toast.

6. Spicy Tofu Steamed Buns

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These Spicy Tofu Steamed Buns by Niki Webster are inspired by those soft, chewy buns you can order at Chinese restaurants and convenience stores. The tofu filling of these buns is marinated in a spicy, umami sauce so that it fully takes on the flavors and the buns are tender and coconutty. A splash of beet juice can be used as natural food coloring to turn the buns pink, but whether you choose to or not, they’re delicious.

7. Sweet and Sour Sesame Tofu Bowl

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This is the perfect “use-what-you-have” marinade that, in all honesty, is comparable to the more traditional sweet and sour sauce you’d buy in the store! Simply marinate the tofu in the sauce we’ve provided (or a new creation of your own) then coat & fry, or bake until crispy. Add these little bites of flavor to your favorite bowl for an added boost of protein. Dinner never sounded so easy. You have to try this Sweet and Sour Sesame Tofu Bowl by Logan Dunn & Lexus Osman.

8. Spicy Sweet Red Coconut Tofu Curry With Sprouted Brown Rice

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This Spicy Sweet Red Coconut Tofu Curry With Sprouted Brown Rice by Jess Hoffman is spicy, sweet, salty, and bursting with aromatic spices. It’s also made creamy with light coconut milk and served with sprouted brown rice — but any rice will do. The sauce and rice can also be prepared ahead of time if you’re looking for a dinner that needs to come together fast!

9. Sweet Chili Noodle Tofu Bowl

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This Sweet Chili Noodle Tofu Bowl by Katrina Abram is sweet, spicy, and complex with both crunchy vegetables and soft vermicelli rice noodles. To make the tofu extra crispy and flavorful, it’s soaked in a mixture of tamari, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup and then fried in a hot skillet with cornstarch. The crispy exterior takes tofu to a whole new level.

10. Sweet and Spicy Tofu Wonton Soup

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This Sweet and Spicy Tofu Wonton Soup by Liv King is so tasty and soothing! It has a sweet yet spicy tofu filling that works so well in this soup because it adds a nice texture. The broth is very simple but perfect with the extra flavorful wonton filling. Yes, it takes a little bit of time but you’ll get the hang of it, and then it becomes pretty fun especially if you make someone in your house help you out. All that work will be worth it in the end!

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