Simple Pan-Fried Tofu

Name: Simple Pan-Fried Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; ¼ cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Rating: 4.89 stars

9 Ratings
15 Reviews
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An everyday dish from Hong Kong for those who love the taste of soy sauce. Kids will love the salty fried protein. Serve with rice or eat as a snack!

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Recipe Summary test

prep:

10 mins

cook:

5 mins

additional:

20 mins

total:

35 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 4 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

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

Directions

Step 1
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 the accumulated liquid.

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Step 2
Cut tofu into 2x4-inch strips about 1/4-inch thick.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook tofu strips in the oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Stack tofu strips horizontally in a dish with sloping sides, like a teacup saucer.
Step 4
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet. Add green onions; cook and stir until fragrant, 10 to 20 seconds. Spoon green onions over tofu while they are still sizzling. Coat with soy sauce. Let sit until tofu soaks up flavors, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

130 calories; protein 7.4g; carbohydrates 2.6g; fat 10.8g; sodium 457.8mg. Full Nutrition

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9 Ratings

5 star values: 8
4 star values: 1
3 star values: 0
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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uma

01/03/2018

I added red onion and cilantro, I changed cheddar for pepper jack cheese Read More

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France C

Allstar

01/23/2017

Aside from the draining time this is a quick and flavorful recipe. Simple ingredients that I always have on hand. I'm always looking for new ways to prepare tofu so thank you for the new idea! Read More

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gabalicious

01/08/2020

Simple and tasty a great tofu staple Read More

Mooshtu

08/30/2021

Great simple recipe. Added a bit of sesame oil to fry in and some minced fresh ginger with the scallions! Read More

bossmom

10/20/2020

I keep tofu in the fridge so I can make this last minute any time. We like it with fried rice and potstickers or fish. Read More

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I added red onion and cilantro, I changed cheddar for pepper jack cheese

Aside from the draining time this is a quick and flavorful recipe. Simple ingredients that I always have on hand. I'm always looking for new ways to prepare tofu so thank you for the new idea!