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Quick Crispy Pan Fried Tofu
This easy pan fried tofu is super crispy outside, chewy inside, and packed with flavor as a versatile plant-based protein, all with just 4 ingredients & in under 25 minutes- no pressing required!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 62 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 16 ounces super firm tofu, cubed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons high heat oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the soy sauce, cornstarch, and garlic powder and smoked paprika if using. Then add the tofu cubes and coat well.
- Heat a large non-stick pan over high heat. Add the oil and spread it all over the pan.
- Once the oil is hot, lower the heat to medium and add the tofu in a single layer. Work in batches if your pan is not big enough.
- Cook each side for 2-3 minutes or until desired crispiness is achieved.
- Serve hot or cold.
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Notes
- Have fun experimenting with other herbs and spices like black pepper, dried oregano, Italian seasoning, chili powder, cumin, nutritional yeast (for a nutty cheesiness), taco seasoning, an Asian stir-fry marinade, etc.
- For the crispiest results, press the tofu for 30 minutes using a tofu press or by wrapping it in a kitchen towel and placing a heavy skillet and/or several large books on top. However, this step is completely optional.
Nutrition Information
Serving
2g
Calories
62kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
0.1g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.01g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.04g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.01g
Sodium
1008mg
(42%)
Potassium
62mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.5g
(2%)
Sugar
0.4g
(1%)
Vitamin A
123IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
0.02mg
(0%)
Calcium
6mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 62
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2g | |
| Calories | 62kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1008mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 62mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 123IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.