Crispy Fried Tofu
Directions
- 1Grab vacuum packed super firm tofu (not packed in water).
- 2Tear the tofu into bite-sized chunks.
- 3Toss the tofu in soy sauce.
- 4Season the tofu with nutritional yeast, onion and garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 5Add cornstarch for the crispy coating.
- 6Toss the tofu again to ensure even coating.
- 7Add a layer of neutral oil to a skillet and heat it up.
- 8Add the tofu chunks to the hot skillet.
- 9Cook until crispy.
- 10Serve and dunk in homemade cane sauce.
Ingredients
- vacuum packed super firm tofu
- soy sauce
- nutritional yeast
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- salt
- pepper
- cornstarch
- neutral oil
- homemade cane sauce
Equipment
skillet
Tips
- Tearing tofu into bite-sized chunks gives it a rougher surface area for crispiness.
- Air frying is an option, but it takes longer and may not be as good as pan-frying.
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