Best Crispy Fried Tofu Recipe
This quick and easy crispy fried tofu recipe is ready in 20 minutes, featuring a golden crust, creamy center, and pairs perfectly with a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 egg tofu tubes, sliced into 1/2-inch or 0.5-cm pieces
- 1/4 tsp rosdee seasoning powder, see notes
- 1/4 tsp white pepper powder
- 1/3 cup tempura flour
- oil, enough to deep-fry
Instructions
- Stir tempura flour with rosdee seasoning powder and white pepper to create a flavorful coating.1/4 tsp rosdee seasoning powder, 1/3 cup tempura flour, 1/4 tsp white pepper powder
- Gently coat the egg tofu with the flour mixture until fully coated.2 egg tofu tubes
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot enough by testing with a small piece of batter (it should bubble immediately). Carefully place the coated tofu slices into the hot oil. Fry in batches for 2-3 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Remove the fried tofu and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Serve your crispy tofu bites with a dipping sauce of your choice, like hot sauce or sweet chili sauce, and an assortiment of fresh vegetables. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
- Rosdee seasoning powder - This is a popular Thai seasoning powder made with a mix of salt, sugar, MSG, and spices. If you don't have this, you can use a bouillon powder like Knorr or any brand you prefer.
Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 506mg | Iron: 5mg
