Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu Receita

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside! This incredibly flavorful Chinese Salt and Pepper Tofu recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a tasty appetizer. Get ready to experience the delightful crunch of perfectly seasoned tofu with a simple yet addictive sauce. This recipe is ready in under 90 minutes!

Preparo 25 min

Cozimento 78 min

Calorias 198.5 kcal

Proteína 19g

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Ingredientes para Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu

14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Chopped green onions (optional)
Sweet chili sauce (for serving)
Soy sauce (for serving)
1/2 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns (optional)

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Como fazer Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu

**Press the Tofu:** Place a block of firm or extra-firm tofu (14 oz) between several layers of paper towels on a cutting board. Top with a heavy object (like a plate and a few cans) and press for at least 15 minutes, changing the paper towels as needed to absorb excess moisture.
**Cube the Tofu:** Once pressed, cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.
**Marinate the Tofu:** In a medium bowl, toss the tofu cubes with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor).
**Coat with Cornstarch:** Add 2 tablespoons cornstarch to the marinated tofu and toss gently to coat evenly.
**Fry the Tofu:** Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 5-7 minutes per batch, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
**Drain and Serve:** Remove the tofu from the pan and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional) and enjoy with your favorite Asian dipping sauces like sweet chili sauce or soy sauce.
**Optional additions**: Consider adding 1/2 teaspoon of Sichuan peppercorns for extra flavor and a bit of tingling sensation.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

Fat

11g

Carbs

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu?

Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu leva cerca de 103 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 25 minutos de preparo e 78 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu?

Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu tem aproximadamente 198.5 calorias por porção, com cerca de 19 g de proteína, 2 g de carboidratos e 23 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu?

Os principais ingredientes de Chinese Salt And Pepper Tofu são Firm Tofu, Salt, Garlic Powder, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Cornstarch, Vegetable Oil. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.