How to Make Simple Pan-Fried Tofu - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a quick and easy way to prepare tofu, look no further than this simple pan-fried tofu recipe. Tofu is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, and this recipe provides a perfect starting point for incorporating it into your cooking repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned tofu enthusiast or a newcomer to this plant-based protein, you'll appreciate the simplicity and deliciousness of this dish.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard accumulated liquid.
  • Cut tofu into 2x4-inch strips about 1/4-inch-thick.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook tofu strips in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Stack tofu strips horizontally in a dish with sloping sides, like a teacup saucer.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet. Add green onions; cook and stir until fragrant and sizzling, 10 to 20 seconds. Spoon green onions over tofu while still sizzling. Coat with soy sauce. Let sit until tofu soaks up flavors, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    130 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 458mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 300mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 136mg