A cornstarch coat is what makes tofu crisp in a skillet.
Vegetarian · Healthy
What to Make With Tofu
Tofu has little flavour of its own, which makes it a sponge for sauce. Texture is everything, and that depends on which kind you buy.
Crumbled tofu browns like mince and soaks up soy sauce.
Vegetarian · Cheap · One pot
Finely chopped mushrooms stand in for the usual pork.
Vegetarian · Under 30 min
The one tip
Extra-firm for frying and stir-fries, soft or silken for soups and mapo tofu. Press extra-firm tofu for 10 minutes under a heavy pan.
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Questions people ask
What can I make with tofu tonight?
Quick options: Crispy Tofu Vegetable Stir-Fry, Tofu Vegetable Fried Rice, Spicy Ground Pork-Free Mapo Tofu. Each is on this page with a full recipe and a serving scaler.
Any tips for cooking tofu?
Extra-firm for frying and stir-fries, soft or silken for soups and mapo tofu. Press extra-firm tofu for 10 minutes under a heavy pan.