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Pan Fried Tofu (脆皮豆腐)

Pan fried tofu is a fun homestyle dish that features meaty tofu bites with a crispy coating and a sweet and sour sauce. Topped on the rice, it is an easy and flavorful way to whip up a vegetarian one-bowl meal that everyone will love! {Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Adaptable}To make the dish gluten free, use tamari to replace the soy sauce.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 203 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

Tofu
  • 1 block firm tofu (14 oz / 396 g per block) (or medium firm), slice to 1/2” (1 cm) thick pieces (*Footnote 1)
  • 1/3 cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg , beaten
Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Stir fry
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 1 green onion , sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

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  1. Gently pat tofu dry with paper towels and transfer onto a tray (or large plate). Add the cornstarch to a small bowl and the beaten egg to a separate bowl. Set on the side of the tofu.
  2. Mix the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. One piece at a time, dip the tofu into the cornstarch to coat both sides, then into the beaten egg. Immediately transfer to the skillet for pan frying. Cook until both sides turn golden brown. Transfer the cooked tofu pieces onto a big plate. Add more oil if needed until all the tofu pieces are cooked.
  4. Add the sauce to the pan and cook until thickens. Add back the tofu. Stir very carefully to coat the tofu well. Add the green onion. Transfer everything to a plate and serve hot as a main dish.

Notes

  • Firm or extra firm tofu is much easier to handle and creates a great result. Medium tofu is harder to handle without breaking it apart but it gives a better contrast. Try medium tofu if you’re more experienced with cooking with tofu.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 203kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 15.1g (5%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2.3g (12%) Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 365mg (15%) Potassium 210mg (6%) Fiber 1.1g (4%) Sugar 3.6g (7%) Calcium 211mg (21%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 203

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 203kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 15.1g 5%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2.3g 12%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 365mg 15%
Potassium 210mg 4%
Fiber 1.1g 4%
Sugar 3.6g 7%
Calcium 211mg 21%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.