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Egg-Fried Tofu

Egg-Fried Tofu

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  • 6 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $6

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
    • 🧂 1 pinch sea salt to taste
    • 🥚 1 egg, lightly beaten

  • Cooking Oil

    • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

  • Dipping Sauce

    • ⅓ cup soy sauce
    • 2 green onions, chopped
    • 2 serrano chile peppers, chopped
    • 2 teaspoons white vinegar
    • 🧂 2 teaspoons white sugar
    • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

STEPS

1

Slice tofu into 12 equal rectangular pieces. Sprinkle salt on both sides of tofu slices.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat.

3

Dip tofu slices into bowl of beaten egg and fry in hot oil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side.

4

Mix soy sauce, green onions, chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl to create the dipping sauce.

5

Dip fried tofu into prepared dipping sauce and serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

340

Calories

  • 25g
    Protein
  • 14g
    Carbs
  • 23g
    Fats

💡 Use firm tofu to ensure it holds its shape during frying.Adjust the spiciness of the dipping sauce by reducing the amount of serrano peppers or red pepper flakes.Pair this dish with steamed rice or a simple side salad for a complete meal.