CRISPY BAKED TOFU

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You'll never need another baked tofu recipe! My version is nice and crispy on the outside while remaining super soft on the inside. -Ralph Jones, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) firm or extra-firm tofu
2 tablespoons soy sauce or teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup corn starch
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Blot tofu dry. Cut into 3/4-in. cubes. Place on a clean kitchen towel; cover with another towel. Place a cutting board on top; gently place a large cast iron skillet on top. Let stand 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a shallow dish, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Place cornstarch in a separate shallow dish. Add tofu to soy mixture; turn to coat. Add tofu, a few pieces at a time, to the cornstarch; toss to coat. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake until cubes are golden brown and crispy, 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through. Garnish with green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Amber Valdez
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This tofu recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new ways to cook tofu, and this recipe is one of the best I've found. It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Nabiranakagwa
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I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but this recipe is amazing! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Luckey Love
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This is the best tofu recipe I've ever tried! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I've already made it several times, and I'm sure I'll be making it many more times in the future.


Sahibur rahman
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I love this tofu recipe! It's so versatile, and I can use it in so many different dishes. I've used it in stir-fries, salads, and even sandwiches. It's always delicious, and it's a great way to get more protein in my diet.


Skboy 1
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This tofu recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new ways to cook tofu, and this recipe is one of the best I've found. It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Walid Khani
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I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but this recipe is amazing! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Royal Roman
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This is the best tofu recipe I've ever tried! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I've already made it several times, and I'm sure I'll be making it many more times in the future.


Kaiyah Exe
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I love this tofu recipe! It's so versatile, and I can use it in so many different dishes. I've used it in stir-fries, salads, and even sandwiches. It's always delicious, and it's a great way to get more protein in my diet.


Jaziah Ferguson
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This tofu recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new ways to cook tofu, and this recipe is one of the best I've found. It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Thawn Thang
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I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but this recipe is amazing! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kamil Khalil
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This is the best tofu recipe I've ever tried! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I've already made it several times, and I'm sure I'll be making it many more times in the future.


Matthew Buxton
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I love this tofu recipe! It's so versatile, and I can use it in so many different dishes. I've used it in stir-fries, salads, and even sandwiches. It's always delicious, and it's a great way to get more protein in my diet.


Kwame Priscilla
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This tofu recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new ways to cook tofu, and this recipe is one of the best I've found. It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Rojus Ces
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I'm not a huge fan of tofu, but this recipe is amazing! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sazzad Hossan (SNB)
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This is the best tofu recipe I've ever tried! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I've already made it several times, and I'm sure I'll be making it many more times in the future.


Joshua Mesna
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I love this tofu recipe! It's so versatile, and I can use it in so many different dishes. I've used it in stir-fries, salads, and even sandwiches. It's always delicious, and it's a great way to get more protein in my diet.


Nikita Parumaul
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This tofu recipe is a game-changer! It's so crispy and flavorful, and it's so easy to make. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!