Lemon Pepper Fried Tofu Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tofu Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Tofu Preparation
- 1
Press the Tofu
Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place it on a plate. Put a heavy object on top (like a cast iron skillet) to press out excess moisture for about 30 minutes.
- 2
Marinate the Tofu
After pressing, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes. In a mixing bowl, combine the salt and lemon juice. Add the tofu cubes and gently toss to coat. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Breading Mixture
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, lemon pepper seasoning, and black pepper. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Bread the Tofu
Taking each marinated tofu cube, dredge it in the breading mixture, ensuring it's fully coated. Shake off any excess.
- 6
Fry the Tofu
Carefully place the breaded tofu cubes into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once fried, transfer the tofu to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of lemon pepper seasoning on top.