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Easy Crispy Fried Silken Tofu / Soft Tofu (with Panko)

In just 15 minutes, whip up this crispy fried silken tofu / soft tofu with a golden panko crust and a velvety, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Ideal as an appetizer or a rice companion.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 people
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: Vietnamese

Ingredients

  • 1 tube silken tofu
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 tbsp water
  • ½ tsp mushroom powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper powder
  • panko breadcrumbs
  • cooking oil

Instructions

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  1. Gently cut the soft tofu into 0.8-inch or 2cm cubes or slices.
  2. Create a wet batter by combining flour, water, and seasonings in a bowl.
  3. Coat the silken tofu pieces thoroughly in the wet batter, then transfer them to the bowl of panko breadcrumbs, ensuring full coverage. Repeat for all tofu pieces.
  4. Heat a generous amount of oil in a pan, adjusting the quantity for your preference of pan-frying or deep-frying.
  5. Fry the silken tofu until it achieves a golden, crispy exterior, flipping the pieces to ensure even crispiness.
  6. Serve the fried silken tofu with a mayo-based dip such as Japanese Aurora Sauce (Mayo-Ketchup Sauce).