Description
This Salt and Pepper Tofu recipe is a delightful Asian-inspired dish that features crispy cubes of tofu seasoned with a blend of salt, black pepper, and white pepper, cooked to perfection in a savory garlic and green onion-infused oil. A vegan and gluten-free option that makes a flavorful appetizer or main course served with rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu:
- 14 oz block firm tofu (pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes)
Seasoning:
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 small red chili or ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- extra salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Tofu: Press tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
- Coat Tofu: Mix cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and white pepper in a bowl. Coat tofu cubes evenly.
- Cook Tofu: Sear tofu in oil until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, green onions, and chili. Add tofu back and toss.
- Finalize: Cook briefly, adjust seasoning, and serve hot as desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, consider using an air fryer or oven baking method.
- White pepper can be substituted with more black pepper.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (including pressing)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
