Where are all my tofu haters at?? Ah, they’re probably not here. Because why would they show up for a tofu recipe? Well guys, do me a favor, please. Can you tell all your tofu hating friends to head on over here? Because this ridiculously simple fried tofu recipe will make a tofu lover out of anyone. Okay, so there are lots of ways to make tofu delicious. There’s tofu stir-fry, baked tofu, barbecue tofu, grilled tofu…but this fried tofu…OH MY! This tofu basically tastes like French fries. I guess that’s what happens when you fry things. They get delicious. And with very few ingredients! But also, this fried tofu is super versatile. Want to eat it French-fry style with some ketchup on the side? Go for it. You can also serve it as a main dish, plain or with some sauce or seasonings, pile it on a salad, stuff it in a sandwich, or add it to your favorite veggie stir-fry for some protein. Tip: While this fried tofu is absolutely delicious on it’s own, you can absolutely add seasonings to the breading. Make a batch according to the recipe first, just to get a feel for it, but then try adding flavorings like curry powder, Cajun seasonings, garlic powder, onion powder, or chili powder.
How It’s Made
The following is a detailed photo tutorial on how to make this dish. Scroll all the way down if you’d like to skip right to the recipe!
Cut your tofu into small pieces. I’ve cut mine into approximately ½ inch cubes, which is a great size for most uses, but larger cubes, strips, or even triangles would all work well.
Tip: If you’re using super firm tofu like the recipe specifies you won’t need to press it. Just discard any water in the package and gently blot the tofu with a towel to remove any excess moisture, if needed. Tip: Always be super careful when frying in hot oil. Never leave it on the burner unattended, and reduce or remove the heat if it starts to smoke at any point. Take precautions to prevent splashing and splattering.
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