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Salt and Chilli Tofu

Salt and Chilli Tofu: Your New Favorite Crispy Snack

This quick and flavorful vegetarian snack, Salt and Chilli Tofu, is perfect for busy evenings or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu Coating
  • 1 block Firm Tofu Cut into bite-sized cubes or thick slices
  • 3 tablespoons Cornstarch For crispy crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Tapioca Flour For an even crispier finish
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Stock Powder Use vegetable broth powder for vegetarian option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Curly Chili Red Pepper Adjust quantity based on heat tolerance
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil High smoke point oils recommended
  • 3 tablespoons Water For batter consistency
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped; scallions can be an alternative
  • Additional Salt, Pepper, and Chicken Stock Powder For seasoning when sautéing

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • shallow bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Tofu: Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes and pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  2. Make the Wet Batter: Mix cornstarch, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, and chicken stock powder. Gradually add water while stirring until smooth.
  3. Coat the Tofu: Dip tofu pieces in the wet batter, then coat with tapioca flour.
  4. Fry the Tofu: Heat oil and fry tofu for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Sauté Garlic and Peppers: Heat oil, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add sliced chili peppers.
  6. Combine Tofu and Spices: Toss fried tofu in the pan with sautéed garlic and chili peppers.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Transfer to serving platter, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy the tofu immediately for the best texture; leftovers may lose their crunch but can still be used in stir-fries.

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