Crispy Fried Tofu recipe
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- 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu ½ teaspoon salt vegetable oil for frying
Nutrition Info
- 161.1 caloriescarbohydrate: 1.6 gcholesterol: : -fat: 15 gfiber: 0.3 gprotein: 6.8 gsaturatedFat: 2 gservingSize: -sodium: 296.6 mgsugar: 0.3 gtransFat: : -unsaturatedFat: : -
Directions Crispy Fried Tofu
Directions
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Wrap tofu in a clean towel and place onto a plate. Set another plate on top, and place a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for about 20 minutes, drain and discard the accumulated liquid.
Cut tofu into 1-inch by 2-inch chunks. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt onto one slide, flip over and sprinkle remaining 1/4 teaspoon on the other.
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet. To test if the oil is ready, dip a chopstick or wooden spoon in it, if bubbles rise, it is ready. If the oil smokes, it is too hot.
Gently place 5 to 8 pieces of tofu at a time in hot oil using metal tongs. Be very careful as oil may splatter, use a splatter guard if possible. Fry tofu until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.
Drain tofu on a plate lined with several paper towels. Allow to cool slightly before serving.