Fried Tofu Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Press the Tofu
Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and place a heavy object on top (like a cast iron skillet) to press out excess moisture. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
2
Cut the Tofu
After pressing, unwrap the tofu and cut it into bite-sized cubes (about 1-inch pieces).

3
Prepare the Coating
In a mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the spices.
4
Coat the Tofu
Add the tofu cubes to the bowl with the cornstarch mixture. Toss gently until all sides of the tofu are evenly coated.

5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. You can test if it's ready by adding a small piece of tofu; it should sizzle immediately.
6
Fry the Tofu
Carefully add the coated tofu cubes to the pan in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
7
Drain the Tofu
Once the tofu is golden and crispy, remove it from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

8
Season the Tofu
While the tofu is still warm, drizzle the soy sauce over it and toss gently to coat.
9
Serve
Serve the fried tofu hot as an appetizer or main dish with your favorite dipping sauce.