Description
Learn the secrets to making perfectly crispy tofu every time with this easy stovetop method. Whether you’re a tofu novice or looking to up your tofu game, this recipe will guide you through the process step by step.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 block (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional marinade or sauce for serving
Instructions
Instructions:
- Drain and Press Tofu: Drain the tofu and gently press it to remove excess water by wrapping it in a towel and placing a weight on top for 15 minutes.
- Cut and Coat Tofu: Cut tofu into desired shapes, toss with soy sauce, sprinkle with cornstarch, and coat evenly.
- Cook Tofu: Heat oil in a skillet, add tofu in a single layer, cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, serve with sauce or add to dishes.
Notes
Notes:
- Tofu absorbs flavors well, marinate for enhanced taste.
- For a lighter option, try air frying or baking the tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: How-To
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 block cooked
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
