Tofu fries, a delightful vegan dish, are a crispy and flavorful alternative to traditional potato fries. Made from firm tofu, these fries are coated in a flavorful mixture of spices, then baked until golden brown and crispy. Served with a variety of dipping sauces, tofu fries make a perfect appetizer, side dish, or even a main course. This article offers three exciting variations of tofu fries: classic with sesame, peri-peri, and sweet chili. The classic tofu fries are coated in a blend of sesame seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper, providing a nutty and aromatic flavor. The peri-peri fries, inspired by African cuisine, are coated in a spicy and tangy peri-peri sauce, delivering a fiery kick. Finally, the sweet chili fries are coated in a sweet and slightly tangy chili sauce, offering a delightful balance of flavors. Whether you prefer a classic taste or something more adventurous, these tofu fries have something to satisfy every palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SESAME TOFU: PAN-FRIED TO PERFECTION IN A CHILI-GARLIC SAUCE
Provided by Meredith James
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Remove the extra-firm tofu from the packaging and place in a tofu press. Press for 15 mins.
- Once the tofu has drained, remove it from the press. Slice the tofu block in half, then into 1-inch cubes.
- Place the cubes into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch onto the tofu and gently toss using your hands or a wooden spoon until all tofu pieces are covered.
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the sesame oil is heated, add the tofu cubes to the skillet. Fry tofu until golden brown, approximately 2-3 mins on each side.
- Add all of the sauce ingredients into a small mixing bowl: soy sauce, filtered water, honey, chili garlic sauce, rice wine vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Whisk together until well-combined.
- Once the sesame bean curd (tofu) is crispy brown on all sides, add the sesame sauce to the crispy tofu. Cornstarch helps the sauce to begin thickening immediately.
- Toss the sesame tofu stir fry in the pan to coat, then remove from heat. Split into 4 servings, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Serve and enjoy your sesame-crusted tofu!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2
SESAME-CRUSTED TOFU WITH GINGERY NOODLES
Not sure what to do with tofu? Try coating it in sesame seeds, shallow frying and serving with a tasty Asian-style vegetable stir-fry
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Tip the beaten egg onto a plate and coat the tofu in it. On a plate, mix the cornflour, sesame seeds and seasoning and dip the tofu pieces into it. Set aside.
- Heat the wok and add 2 tbsp of the oil, plus the carrots, and stir-fry until tender, adding a few splashes of water if they start to stick. Add the chilli, garlic, ginger and most of the spring onions, and fry for a few more mins. Meanwhile, cook the noodles following pack instructions, drain, then toss into the vegetables, along with the syrup and soy.
- Heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan. Carefully shallow-fry the tofu pieces, a few mins each side, until golden. Remove and drain on kitchen paper. Scatter with the remaining spring onions and serve with the noodles and a little extra soy sauce, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 611 calories, Fat 27 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 75 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 23 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium
SESAME & SPRING ONION STIR-FRIED UDON WITH CRISPY TOFU
Do something different for dinner, with our vegan noodle, tofu, green bean and spring onion stir-fry. It's quick and healthy, plus it's budget-friendly too
Provided by Anna Glover
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Drain and pat the tofu dry with kitchen paper. Cut into cubes, wrap in more kitchen paper, and place a heavy board over the top. Leave to drain for 15 mins.
- Mix the cornflour, chilli flakes and ground peppercorns together in a bowl with a pinch of salt, then add the drained tofu. Toss well to coat.
- Heat half the vegetable oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a high heat, and fry the tofu pieces for 5-6 mins until golden all over. Scoop out of the pan, and leave to drain on kitchen paper.
- Add the remaining oil to the pan and stir-fry the spring onions and beans for 3-4 mins until tender and lightly golden. Pour a kettle of boiling water over the noodles in a sieve to loosen. Drain well, then tip into the pan. Fry for a few minutes until piping hot. Add the sesame oil and sesame seeds, and sizzle for a few seconds. Splash in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, then add the tofu. Toss well, then serve in bowls with a pinch of sesame seeds on top and more soy sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 38 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the right tofu. Extra-firm tofu is best for fries because it holds its shape well and doesn't crumble.
- Press the tofu. This helps to remove excess water and make the tofu crispier.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the tofu. This will help to prevent the tofu from crumbling.
- Coat the tofu in cornstarch. This helps to create a crispy coating.
- Fry the tofu in hot oil. This will help to create a golden brown crust.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the tofu from cooking evenly.
- Serve the tofu fries immediately. They are best when hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Tofu fries are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of tofu fries. So next time you're looking for a crispy, satisfying snack, give tofu fries a try!
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