Crispy Baked Tofu
A simple, high‑protein tofu dish where extra‑firm tofu is pressed, torn into bite‑sized pieces, seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then coated in cornstarch and baked until golden and crispy. A versatile, lightly spiced base perfect for bowls, salads, or snacking.
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Ingredients
- 14.5 ounce extra-firm tofu
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Wrap the block of tofu in paper towels. Place a plate or pan on top of the wrapped tofu, and top with a heavy object. (Alternatively, use a handy tofu press). Let the tofu press for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400℉ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Slice the tofu into about 4 slices and then gently rip it into small pieces (about 1").
- Add the ripped tofu pieces to a large bowl, along with the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Toss, gently with a rubber spatula or spoon, until the tofu is coated in the oil and spices. You have to be careful with tofu, because it’s fragile and you don’t want to turn it to crumbles.
- Now sprinkle on the cornstarch and toss again to coat.
- Arrange on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, not touching, and bake for 20 minutes. Flip the pieces and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Nutrition
Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 211mgPotassium: 166mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 62IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation.