Crispy Fried Tofu recipe

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Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
½ teaspoon salt
vegetable oil for frying

Nutrition Info

161.1 calories
carbohydrate: 1.6 g
cholesterol: : -
fat: 15 g
fiber: 0.3 g
protein: 6.8 g
saturatedFat: 2 g
servingSize: -
sodium: 296.6 mg
sugar: 0.3 g
transFat: : -
unsaturatedFat: : -

Directions

  1. Wrap tofu in a clean towel and place onto a plate. Set another plate on top, and place a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for about 20 minutes, drain and discard the accumulated liquid.

  2. Cut tofu into 1-inch by 2-inch chunks. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt onto one slide, flip over and sprinkle remaining 1/4 teaspoon on the other.

  3. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet. To test if the oil is ready, dip a chopstick or wooden spoon in it, if bubbles rise, it is ready. If the oil smokes, it is too hot.

  4. Gently place 5 to 8 pieces of tofu at a time in hot oil using metal tongs. Be very careful as oil may splatter, use a splatter guard if possible. Fry tofu until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.

  5. Drain tofu on a plate lined with several paper towels. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Recipe Yield

12 ounces

Recipe Note

Deep-fried tofu that is crisp and golden brown on the outside and amazingly white and soft on the inside! Serve with your favorite Asian dish or dipping sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to several days or freeze for several weeks.

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