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Crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu: A Deliciously Easy Recipe

A deliciously easy recipe for crispy salt and pepper tofu, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer/Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 1 block 14 ounces firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes, about 1-inch thick. Pat the cubes dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well.
  3. Toss the tofu cubes in the cornstarch mixture until evenly coated. Shake off any excess cornstarch.
  4. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F), carefully add the tofu cubes in a single layer. Fry in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  5. Fry the tofu for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the tofu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  6. Once all the tofu is fried, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the tofu in soy sauce or sesame oil for 30 minutes before coating with cornstarch.
  • Serve the crispy tofu over a bed of rice or mixed greens for a complete meal, or toss it with your favorite stir-fried vegetables.

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