The Easiest Crispy Tofu Recipe
This is the best crispy tofu recipe and it's so easy! Tofu is a delicious plant-based protein that pairs well with virtually any dish. Bake (or air-fry) this tasty vegan protein with just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps! This is the easiest crispy tofu recipe you'll ever try and everyone is going to love it!
Equipment
- baking sheet (unless air-frying)
- paper towels
- medium mixing bowl
- knife for slicing tofu
Ingredients
The Easiest Crispy Tofu Ingredients
- 1 block extra firm tofu
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
How To Make The Best Crispy Tofu
- Begin by either preheating your oven or your air-fryer to 400 degrees. If making crispy baked tofu, line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Next, you will need to press and dry your tofu of excess water. To do this, slice the tofu into ½ to ¾ inch thick slices. Use paper towels to press down on the tofu soak up the excess water. Once the tofu is and pressed dry, cut it into bite-sized cubes and transfer them into a medium sized mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle the top of the tofu with cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Carefully and gently toss until all of the tofu is coated with the cornstarch and seasoning. Then, drizzle the top of the tofu with olive oil and carefully toss again.
- If you're making crispy oven-baked tofu, distribute the tofu onto the lined baking sheet and bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway. If you're making crispy air-fried tofu, place the tofu into the air fry basket and air fry for 30-35 minutes, flipping the tofu halfway.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 645mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
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