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Salt And Pepper Tofu

Salt and Pepper Tofu Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz block firm or extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 2 scallions, sliced, white and green parts separated
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt, for finishing

Method
 

  1. Toss the pressed and dried tofu cubes with cornstarch, salt, and white pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add tofu in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp, 6-8 minutes total.
  3. Move tofu aside, add garlic, scallion whites, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Toss in scallion greens and a pinch of flaky salt, then serve immediately.

Notes

Make sure the pan is nice and hot before the tofu goes in so the coating sets fast and doesn’t stick. If you want to prep ahead, press and cube the tofu, but wait to coat and cook until you’re ready to eat so the crust stays crunchy.