Crispy Tofu Hacks and Cats
Learn the secret to making perfectly crispy tofu every time! This easy tofu recipe guide covers everything from pressing out moisture to using cornstarch for that golden crunch. Choose your favorite cooking method—pan-fry, bake, or air-fry—and finish with your favorite sauce (added after cooking to keep it crispy). Whether you're making tofu for stir-fries, bowls, or snacking, this step-by-step method delivers delicious results. Bonus: expect a few cat cameos along the way!
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Mixing bowl
- Parchment Paper
- 1 Air Fryer Basket or Pan
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 Block of Extra Firm Tofu
- Olive Oil Drizzle enough to coat
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tbsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tbsp Paprika
- 1-2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast or Cornstarch
Additional Finishes
- 1/4 Cup Parmesan Add with 5 minutes left
- 1/4 Cup Gluten Free Panko or Bread Crumbs Add with 5 minutes left and spray with olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400
- Wrap tofu in paper towels and press excess moistrure
- Dice tofu into uniform 1" cubes
- Toss tofu in olive oil, add other ingredients and toss
- Lay in a single layer on a baking sheet
- Bake 15-20 minutes, adding additional ingredients near the end of cooking
- Whisk together a sauce (if desired)
- Enjoy!
