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: 4.88 stars

8 Ratings
4 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

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 15% DV; carbohydrates 2.6g 1% DV; fat 10.8g 17% DV; cholesterolmg; sodium 457.8mg 18% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (4)

Most helpful positive review

uma

01/04/2018

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

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8 Ratings

5 star values: 7
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

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

bossmom

11/17/2019

Sometimes the best things don t have to be complicated! I followed the recipe exactly and served it with a veggie stir fry and rice. Everyone enjoyed their dinner including my two toddlers. I will definitely be keeping this in my arsenal. I used a cast iron skillet and timed 3 min per side. 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!