Fried Tofu with Sweet Soy Sauce and Fried Shallots
Crispy fried tofu cubes tossed in a sweet-savory soy glaze, topped with crunchy fried shallots and a squeeze of lemon. A quick, satisfying dish that comes together in about 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 20g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the 14 oz firm tofu dry with paper towels, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Pat again to remove as much moisture as possible.
Step 2
Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and cook undisturbed until golden brown on the bottom, about 4 minutes.
Step 3
Flip the tofu and cook until all sides are golden and crispy, about 6 more minutes. The tofu should feel firm and look deeply browned.
Step 4
Reduce heat to low and pour in 3 tbsp sweet soy sauce. Stir gently to coat the tofu, cooking for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the cubes.
Step 5
Transfer the tofu to a plate, sprinkle with 1/4 cup fried shallots, and squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the top. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Paper towels
- Knife and cutting board
- Spatula
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