Crispy Fried Tofu

Vegetarian - Tips

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.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Additional: 25 mins

Total: 35 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 12 ounces

Crispy Fried Tofu

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu

½ teaspoon salt

vegetable oil for frying

Tips

Directions

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 5

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

Nutritional Information

Crispy Fried Tofu

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 161.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 6.8g 14%

Carbohydrates: 1.6g 1%

Dietary Fiber: 0.3g 1%

Sugars: 0.3g

Fat: 15g 23%

Saturated Fat: 2g 10%

Vitamin A Iu: 71.4IU 1%

Niacin Equivalents: 1.9mg 15%

Vitamin C: 0.1mg

Folate: 12.6mcg 3%

Calcium: 294.2mg 29%

Iron: 4.5mg 25%

Magnesium: 25.2mg 9%

Potassium: 101.7mg 3%

Sodium: 296.6mg 12%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 7%

Calories From Fat: 135.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.