Crispy Tofu

Golden-brown tofu cubes with an ultra-crispy crust and a tender heart. A bold umami punch from soy sauce and smoked paprika.

• Prep time: 25 min
• Cook time: 10 min
• Difficulty: Easy
• Calories: 627
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fat: 39 g

Ingredients

• 800 g firm tofu ( pressed and cubed )
• 4 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp Maple syrup
• 2 piece Garlic ( minced )
• 2 tsp Smoked paprika
• 6 tbsp Corn starch
• 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast flakes
• 6 tbsp Sunflower oil
• 2 pinch Black pepper ground

Instructions

1. Press the block

   Wrap the firm tofu in a clean towel. Place a weight on top for 15 minutes to extract moisture. This is the secret to a crust that doesn't get soggy.

2. Cut and marinate

   Cut the tofu into 2 cm cubes. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, minced garlic, maple syrup, and smoked paprika. Coat the cubes so they absorb the flavors.

3. Coat with starch

   Add cornstarch and nutritional yeast to the tofu. Shake the bowl until each cube is evenly powdered. The starch must absorb the remaining moisture.

4. Pan-fry

   Heat oil in a pan. When it shimmers, add the cubes. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the crust is stiff and deep golden brown.

Chef's tips

• The drier the tofu is before coating, the crunchier the crust will be.
• Do not overcrowd the pan: if the cubes touch, they will steam instead of sear.

Storage

Eat immediately. If there are leftovers, reheat for 2 minutes in a hot pan to restore the crunch.