![]() ![]() Secret 2 – Air frying: My newest cooking obsession and ultimate way to cook anything that needs to be crispy, air frying! I use this air fryer which has held up well with the many ( many) kitchen experiments I’ve thrown in it. I recently got this tofu press and absolutely love it, but you can also press your tofu by setting a heavy pan (like a cast iron) on top of your tofu and letting the moisture drain out. Secret 1 – Press the tofu: Pressing your tofu before cooking with it removes moisture (which would otherwise make for soggy, not-at-all-crispy tofu). There are actually two secrets to making crispy tofu without cornstarch or bread crumbs. OR you can pan fry it, which is my favorite, by removing it from the marinade and putting it in a large skillet over medium heat. To cook the tofu, you can bake it in the oven at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, flipping halfway. The temperature of the oil will drop significantly and the amount of bubbles could cause the oil to overflow if you add too many at once. Put the tofu in and shake gently to coat the tofu in the marinade. Place the amount of tofu cubes in a pot that can float easily. ![]() Fry in batches and do not overcrowd the pot. I love this tofu press (though you could also use a heavy pan). Place tofu cubes on a slotted spoon then carefully drop tofu cubes in hot cooking oil. Firm tofu cubes are stir fried with red bell. A tofu press: You’ll want to press water out of your tofu before cooking it. This is an easy tofu dinner that only take 17 minutes to make from start to finish.Feel free to go crazy with it and at your own blend of spices or herbs! Garlic: I use this for quick and simple flavor in the marinade.I wouldn’t recomend cutting out the oil completely, but you could use sprayable oil if you’re looking to reduce fat. This fried tofu sandwich is so phenomenal that it just might unite vegans and meat eaters once and for all. Oil: We’ll use a blend of sesame/olive oil to add flavor and enhance the crispiness.Soy sauce: Soy (or tamari for gluten-free) adds a rich and salty flavor that levels up your tofu.Tofu: Use extra-firm tofu, which has more water squeezed out of it than the soft or silken varieties.There are two main components to this crispy tofu: the tofu (duh), and the marinade. ![]()
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