Sweet Chili Tofu Balls

These Sweet Chili Tofu Balls are so hearty with that bite from the tofu balls and that delicious sweet and spicy glaze. The tofu balls are air-fried before being cooked down with the sauce. Serve this with rice or noodles for a delicious meal.

I made these using my air-fried tofu balls (recipe here) that pair so well with the sauce. You can also cook down these tofu balls in other sauces of your choice!

SWEET CHILI SAUCE

What you'll need

• 1/4 cup water plus 1-2 tbsp more to adjust consistency
• 1 tbsp Gochujang or Korean chili paste
• 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or regular white vinegar

Mix everything and feel free to adjust to your taste! You can also find the full detailed recipe in the recipe card below.

TO MAKE THE SWEET CHILI TOFU BALLS

• Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the oil. Saute the garlic until aromatic and lightly brown. Add in the sauce and leave to simmer over medium until it boils and slowly thickens. Add the tofu balls. Mix the tofu balls in the sauce.If desired, you can thin out the glaze if you want it a bit runnier by adding 1-2 tbsp more water.
• Leave to cook for 1-2 minutes until the meatballs are completely coated in the sauce.

SERVE AND ENJOY

• Turn off the heat. Top with more green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve and enjoy with rice or noodles.

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• "Beef" Bulgogi Bowls
• Spicy “Pork” Stir-Fry
• Maple Hoisin Tofu
• Orange Tofu
• Pan-Fried Tofu Cakes
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