Crispy Curry Tofu Poppers with Sweet Mango Sauce

 

If you’re new to tofu (or even a “seasoned” tofu enthusiast), enjoying it with this sweet and tangy mango sauce is a great way to start (or continue) your tofu journey! With their natural sweetness, mangoes complement tomato paste perfectly to make a sauce that’s also delicious with mushroom tacos, steamed veggies, and grain bowls.

Crispy Curry Tofu Poppers with Sweet Mango Sauce

Ingredients

Tofu

 14 oz organic tofu (firm or extra firm, drained and cut into 1” cubes)

 ¾ cup arrowroot powder (or organic cornstarch)

 1 tbsp curry powder

 1 tsp garam masala

 1 tsp onion powder

 ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

 ¼ tsp cayenne (optional)

 ¾ tsp salt (optional)

Sweet Mango Sauce

 ¼ cup organic tomato paste

 2 tbsp maple syrup (or date paste, link in Chef’s Notes)

 2 tbsp organic apple cider vinegar

 2 tbsp pineapple juice (fresh or bottled, 100% pineapple)

 ½ cup mango nectar

 2 tsp organic tamari (reduced-sodium, or coconut aminos)

 ½ tsp ground ginger

 ¼ tsp ground garlic

 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)

 ¼ cup cilantro (optional, chopped)

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

Combine all tofu ingredients, except for the tofu, in a medium bowl — this includes the arrowroot powder, garam masala, curry powder, onion powder, cinnamon, cayenne (if using), and salt (if using). Stir until all of the spices are combined with the arrowroot powder.

3

Add the cubed tofu and gently stir until the cubes are coated in the arrowroot powder and spice mixture.

4

Spread the tofu mixture evenly on the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.

5

In the meantime, make your sauce: Combine all of the ingredients in a medium stovetop pot. Mix until combined and heat on low-medium until warm. Set aside.

6

Transfer the Curry Tofu Poppers on a plate, top with chopped cilantro, if using, and serve alongside the Sweet Mango Sauce for dipping.

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