Pan-Fried Tofu with Soy Dipping Sauce

5 from 5 votes

Pan-Fried Tofu with Soy Dipping Sauce

This pan-fried tofu is a really easy way to make tofu. By pan-frying it, you get a nice, slightly crispy texture on it and then dip it in this awesome sauce.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Tofu

Cuisine: Chinese

Servings:

Calories: 197kcal

Author: Sarah

Ingredients

1 pound firm tofu (450g)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon scallions (chopped)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 cloves garlic (chopped)
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (or chili black bean sauce, optional)

Instructions

Cut tofu into small rectangles about ½ an inch thick. Heat the vegetable oil in a cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium high heat and add the tofu. Fry until they’re a soft golden color on both sides, about 7-8 minutes per side.
Prepare the sauce by combining the scallion, soy, garlic, sesame oil and chili sauce (if using) in a small bowl.
Plate the tofu and serve with the sauce.

Nutrition

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