5 from 105 votes
Crispy Baked Tofu
Crispy Baked Tofu is made from super-firm tofu cubes coated lightly with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a dusting of cornstarch, then baked until golden and crisp on the outside. The result is tofu with a crunchy exterior and a tender inside, suitable as a protein addition to various dishes or snacks.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
128 kcal
Course:
Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 firm tofu pressed, drained, cubed, super-firm, 15-ounce block
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt pinch
- black pepper pinch
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Set aside
- In a large bowl, add the tofu, oil, salt and pepper. Gently mix well.
- Add the cornstarch and toss to coat the tofu. Rinse and dry the bowl. Set aside.
- Place the tofu on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Every 10 minutes, turn them to a different side.
- Once ready, carefully put the tofu in the bowl and sprinkle a little more salt. Toss and enjoy.
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Notes
- Use super-firm or extra-firm tofu to reduce moisture and ensure crispiness.
- Press the tofu well to remove excess liquid before cooking for better texture.
- Coating tofu with cornstarch is essential to achieve a crunchy exterior when baked.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking pan so tofu pieces can crisp evenly on all sides.
Nutrition Information
Calories
128kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Sodium
77mg
(3%)
Potassium
164mg
(3%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
33mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 128kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 77mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.