FRIED TOFU SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

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Fried Tofu Salad with Buttermilk Dressing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups buttermilk
1 14-ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained, cut into 3/4-inch cubes and patted dry
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
6 ounces sugar snap peas (about 1 1/2 cups), trimmed and halved
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 head iceberg lettuce, cut through the stem into 8 wedges
1 cup halved grape or cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Pour 1 1/2 cups buttermilk into a shallow dish. Add the tofu and turn to coat; let marinate at least 10 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk, the mayonnaise, chives, vinegar, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl.
  • Put the snap peas in a medium microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon water; cover tightly with plastic wrap. Microwave until just tender and bright green, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Discard the plastic wrap and set the peas aside to cool.
  • Whisk the flour, herbes de Provence and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the buttermilk marinade to make shaggy clumps. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Dip the tofu in the flour mixture, turning to coat, dip back in the marinade, then redip in the flour to coat with the clumpy bits; transfer to a plate. Working in batches, fry the tofu, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a rack and season with salt.
  • Divide the iceberg wedges among plates; season with salt and pepper. Top with the fried tofu, tomatoes and sugar snap peas. Drizzle with the buttermilk dressing.

Cynthia L. Johnson
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This salad is a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks and parties, and it's always a hit.


Magoid The ATO Tone
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. You can make the tofu and the dressing ahead of time, and then just assemble the salad when you're ready to eat.


bishnu prasad gyawali
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I love the contrast of the crispy tofu and the tender vegetables in this salad.


SHADOW SHROUD
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Bishnupada Lasker
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The buttermilk dressing is the perfect complement to the fried tofu. It's tangy and creamy, and it really brings out the flavor of the tofu.


Jakob Saucedo
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy-to-make salad.


l Love you Love you t
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This salad is a great option for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


usman nz
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this salad changed my mind. The tofu was so crispy and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


Haris nouman
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tofu. I had some tofu that was about to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up.


Alvine Alulu
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The buttermilk dressing is tangy and creamy, the tofu is crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


Godwin Inkoom
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The fried tofu was the star of the show. It was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.


Labif Islam
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this salad without any problems.


Jack Mencini
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This fried tofu salad was a hit at my dinner party! The buttermilk dressing was tangy and creamy, and the tofu was crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.