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Tofu Pizza

Delicious Japanese Tofu Pizza uses crispy pan-fried tofu slices as a replacement for pizza dough. Add your favorite toppings and mozzarella cheese, then set it under the broiler until melted and bubbly. This easy meal was among my favorite tofu dishes growing up! 

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 489 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 1 block firm tofu
  • 3 slices ham (skip for vegetarian)
  • 2 mushrooms
  • 1 tomato
  • ¼ cup potato starch or cornstarch (or substitute flour)
  • ½ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2–3 Tbsp ketchup
  • 2–4 leaves basil
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
For the Garnish
  • parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

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  1. Gather all the ingredients.
  2. Slice 1 block firm tofu in half to make 2 thin, flat slabs. Wrap with a paper towel. Place a plate and a heavy object on top of the tofu and set aside for 15 minutes. This process will help the tofu drain faster.
  3. Slice 3 slices ham into thin strips.
  4. Thinly slice 2 mushrooms and 1 tomato.
  5. Season ¼ cup potato starch or cornstarch or flour with ½ tsp Diamond Crystal kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and mix well. Coat all sides of the tofu with the potato starch or flour. This step helps the tofu retain moisture.
  6. Heat some neutral oil over medium-high heat in an oven-safe skillet (or regular nonstick frying pan). Cook the tofu until the bottom is crispy and golden brown. Flip and brown the other side. If your frying pan is not oven safe, transfer the tofu to a baking dish lined with parchment paper later on.
  7. Divide 2–3 Tbsp ketchup on top of the cooked tofu. Then, top with slices of tomato and 2–4 leaves basil.
  8. Put the sliced ham and sliced mushrooms on top.
  9. Divide and sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Then, place the pan in the oven and broil for 5–7 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Top with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
To Store
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  1. You can keep the leftovers in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 489kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 57mg (19%) Sodium 759mg (32%) Potassium 561mg (16%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 994IU (20%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 555mg (56%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 489

% Daily Value*

Calories 489kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 759mg 32%
Potassium 561mg 12%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 994IU 20%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 555mg 56%
Iron 3mg 17%

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

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