Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu

Name: Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tofu (14 oz, extra firm); Cornstarch (1/4 cup); Vegetable oil (2 Tbsp); Soy Sauce (3 Tbsp); Garlic (3 gloves, minced); Honey (2 Tbsp); Water (3 Tbsp); Sesame Oil (1 tsp); Cornstarch (1 tsp)

Golden crispy tofu coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce.

Glycemic Load: 12.4 (Medium)

202 calories per serving

Serves: 4

About This Calculation

Crispy Honey Garlic Tofu has a medium glycemic load of 12.4 per serving — moderate blood sugar impact — portion size and meal composition matter.

The primary glycemic load contributors are cornstarch (GL 6.2), honey (GL 5.3), cornstarch (GL 0.5). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.