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Crispy Baked Tofu
5-ingredient crispy baked tofu is pillowy inside with a crisp outer shell - perfect for serving as a versatile plant-based protein for salads, wraps, noodles, and more!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 128 kcal
Course:
Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) block of super firm tofu, pressed, drained, cubed
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 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: These contain the least amount of added moisture, so they are best when you want to achieve the crispiest baked tofu.
- Press the tofu: This will help remove any excess liquid to crisp it up even more.
- Don’t skip the starch: This coats the tofu and becomes crispy when baked.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: It needs to be in a single layer, with space in between to allow for the best air circulation and ultimate crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
128kcal
(6%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Sodium
77mg
(3%)
Potassium
164mg
(5%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
33mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
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.