CRISPY FRIED TOFU
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.
Provided by Sarah Dipity
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Drain tofu on a plate lined with several paper towels. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 296.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
FRIED TOFU
This is so simple and so tasty. Leftovers (if there are any) make a great sandwich. Try mixing cumin and garlic for the spice.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Lightly grease a non-stick pan with oil.
- Put tamari (soy sauce) in a bowl.
- In another bowl mix yeast and spices.
- Slice tofu into 1/4-inch slices.
- Dip tofu in the tamari and then in the yeast mixture.
- Fry until golden; flip and brown the other side.
- Add a bit of oil if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.4, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 1529.4, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 17.2
THE BEST PAN-FRIED TOFU
I have had MANY people ask me how I pan fry my tofu and get it so crispy and firm. There are a few reasons why:-). First I either use a non-stick or cast iron pan, I don't overcrowd the surface, I drain my tofu REALLY well, use only extra firm Chinese style and MOST important of all, I leave it undisturbed while cooking and this allows the golden crust we all love on pan-fried tofu to develop! Please find detailed instructions below on how to make the best pan-fried tofu ever!
Provided by Aioli_Queen
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 16m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Take your block of tofu and wrap it in several layers of paper towels.
- Gently press the tofu with your hands or against the counter top to release the liquid. This will take about a minute.
- Slice the tofu into pieces about 1/2 an inch thick.
- Set tofu aside.
- If you are using a non-stick pan heat it slightly on medium-high heat (about 30 seconds) before adding oil.
- If you are using a cast iron pan, please heat for about 1 minute to 1 1/2 minutes on medium-high heat. Cast iron is very thick and you want the pan to be heated evenly before adding the tofu.
- Add oil to heated pan.
- Gently spread oil over the entire surface of the pan.
- Set the tofu pieces in the pan, leaving ample room between them. They should sizzle when placed in the oil. Sprinkle the tops with salt and a little cayenne pepper.
- Now, the MOST IMPORTANT step is -- LEAVE THEM ALONE for about 6 or 7 minutes. Just gently shake them to make sure they don't stick to the pan. Do NOT turn them or agitate them in any other way. When you see a golden crust beginning to creep its way up the sides of the slices, turn them and spice the other side. Add more oil if the pan seems too dry.
- The second side will only take about 4 minutes to cook.
- When they are evenly browned take them out of the pan and place them on paper towels to drain.
- These are very simply seasoned and basic and can now be used any way you like. I like these with steamed broccoli and peanut sauce -- or in a sandwich with grilled peppers and mushrooms and aioli -- or just eaten with ketchup:-).
CRISPY FRIED TOFU SANDWICH
This fried tofu sandwich is so phenomenal, it just might unite vegans and meat eaters once and for all. The tofu gets soaked in a seasoned pickle brine (if you know, you know), then blanketed in a sweet mustard glaze and battered with a savory flour mixture. After a quick fry, the crispy patty is ready to get stacked on a bun with shredded lettuce, dill pickles and a fast and delicious vegan Buffalo mayo. The key here is freezing the tofu overnight, which creates a sturdy sponge-like structure that's ready to soak up tons of flavor. It's a simple hack that will rocket your tofu game to the next level!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 9h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- For the tofu: Slice the tofu in half widthwise and then across to create 4 large pieces. Arrange the pieces in a large microwave-safe airtight container (some overlap is ok) and freeze overnight.
- Remove the lid from the container and microwave the tofu on high, stopping every 2 minutes to pour off the water and check if the tofu is thawed, about 6 minutes,. Transfer the tofu to a strainer while making the brine.
- Whisk the pickle juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt in the same airtight container. Gently press the tofu pieces between your palms to expel any excess water, then nestle in the brine in an even layer. Cover and marinate the tofu in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
- For the sandwich: Whisk the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper together in a medium bowl. Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of the pickle brine to create clumps. Whisk the Dijon and maple syrup plus 2 tablespoons of warm water together in a separate small shallow bowl.
- Pour 2 inches of oil into a large high-sided skillet or a Dutch oven and set over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F.
- While the oil is heating, dredge the tofu. Remove one piece from the brine and toss in the flour mixture to coat, shaking off the excess. Dip in the Dijon mixture, making sure all sides are coated, then dredge in the flour again, pressing to adhere the flour. Transfer the coated tofu to a plate while coating the rest.
- Add all four pieces of tofu to the hot oil, leaving space between each piece. (Fry in batches if the skillet is getting crowded.) Fry until the coating is a deep golden brown, flipping the tofu halfway, about 5 minutes. Transfer the fried tofu to paper towels or a baking sheet lined with a wire rack to drain.
- Spread some Vegan Buffalo Mayo on the burger buns, add a piece of tofu to each and layer with some lettuce and dill pickles.
- Add the tofu, hot sauce, Dijon, lemon juice and 1 teaspoon salt to a blender or food processor. Blend on high, stopping to scrape the sides as needed, until the mixture is smooth, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a pint jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
TWICE-COOKED CRISPY FRIED TOFU
When I can't get kosher meat, I simply do without but today I just craved something meaty. I had a pack of extra-firm tofu in the fridge and this is what I did with it. Baking the tofu before frying helps to crisp it up and imparts the meatiness I was seeking. My BFF thought it was fish at first glance. He is not into foreign foods but he was very enthusiastic about these yummy little bites when served with dipping sauce.
Provided by earthmotherfromnj
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Protein Tofu
Time 59m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly oil a baking sheet.
- Pat tofu dry with a paper towel. Slice in half lengthwise. Cut each half into 1/4-inch pieces, about 14 pieces in total. Place tofu between paper towels and drain, about 20 minutes.
- Season tofu with salt and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch, paprika, thyme, and seasoned salt together to make cornstarch seasoning.
- Pat any excess moisture off the tofu. Sprinkle cornstarch seasoning evenly over top. Arrange on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until tofu starts to brown, about 7 minutes. Turn over and continue baking until the upper side is darkened, about 3 minutes more.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and fry until golden-brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 209.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
GOLDEN FRIED TOFU BITES
Fast, easy and tasty. Goes well with Thai curry. The only tofu that my BF (serious carnivore) will eat! Prep time is mainly the time that the tofu is draining.
Provided by lortle
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 50m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Rinse the tofu.
- Place tofu on a plate, cover with two large heavy plates and let drain for 30 minutes.
- Dry the tofu and cut into small bite-sized cubes.
- (3/4 inch or less).
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch and seasoning salt.
- Carefully dredge the tofu bites in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure they are well-coated.
- Fry, half at a time, in peanut oil at medium-high heat for about five minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Repeat with other half of the tofu.
- Best eaten piping hot as soon as they are cooked.
- May be eaten plain, dipped into liquid honey, or they go very well with red Thai curry.
GOOEY FRIED TOFU
This is a wonderful recipe! It was an inspiration from Mark Bittman's book, How To Cook Everything. I make it when I'm in the mood for fried chicken but want something a little healthier. I've tried using barbecue sauce for dipping but the hoisin sauce really makes the dish. I have also used firm tofu for this and it works but my husband and I have agreed that soft or silken is best!
Provided by Curry in California
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wrap the tofu in paper towels and place a plate on top of it.
- Place a weight (I use a can of soup or my cast iron griddle) on top of the plate to squeeze all of the water out of the tofu.
- Let it sit for 15 minutes to 1 hour.
- Pour about 3 inches of oil into a pan for frying and heat until it reaches 350 degrees.
- Place seasoning salt, garlic powder, and pepper on a plate and mix it with 1 cup of the flour.
- In a seperate bowl, mix the icy cold water with the egg yolk and soy sauce and then stir in the other 1 cup of flour.
- Do not over mix.
- Cut the tofu into squares of about 1 inch by 1 inch.
- When the oil is hot enough, immerse the tofu into the dry flour mixture, then thoroughly cover with the wet flour mixture.
- Shake off the excess and place in the hot oil.
- Stir and turn the pieces until they are golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve with hoisin sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.6, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 47.2, Sodium 264.9, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 15.1
EGG-FRIED TOFU
Another simple, quick, and tasty tofu recipe taught to me by my wife, who is Korean. The dipping sauce described is quite spicy, so temper the ingredients to your taste. Eat with chopsticks.
Provided by CCA
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 21m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Slice tofu into 12 equal rectangular pieces. Sprinkle salt on both sides of tofu slices.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat.
- Dip tofu slices into bowl of beaten egg and fry in hot oil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side.
- Mix soy sauce, green onions, chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl. Dip fried tofu into dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 2630.5 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
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