Crispy Tofu Cubes
Crispy tofu cubes are a delicious and versatile addition to any meal, providing a satisfying crunch and savory flavor. These golden-brown bites are perfect as a snack, salad topping, or stir-fry ingredient. With their simple preparation process, you can impress family and friends with this easy yet delightful dish that captures the essence of comfort food while being nutritious. Enjoy these crispy gems with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of an exciting main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup vegetable oil (canola or grapeseed)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Press the tofu between paper towels for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes and toss with cornstarch until well-coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Fry the tofu cubes in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, drizzle with soy sauce, and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg