The best pan-fried tofu (recipe)

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The best pan-fried tofu (recipe)
NameThe best pan-fried tofu
IngredientsExtra firm tofu Canola oil Salt Cayenne pepper
Cooktime (in hours)0.2
Preptime (in hours)0.066666667
Totaltime (in hours)0.266666667
Keto friendlinessKeto friendly
Calories251.7
Fat20
Protein18.6
Carbohydrate3.8
Fiber2
Net carbohydrates1.8
Sugar1.4
Saturated fat2.7
Cholesterol (mg)0
Sodium27.2
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The best pan-fried tofu (recipe) is a keto friendly food item with net carbohydrates of about 1-2 per serving.
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Recipe instructions

  1. Take your block of tofu and wrap it in several layers of paper towels.
  2. Gently press the tofu with your hands or against the counter top to release the liquid. This will take about a minute.
  3. Slice the tofu into pieces about 1/2 an inch thick.
  4. Set tofu aside.
  5. If you are using a non-stick pan heat it slightly on medium-high heat (about 30 seconds) before adding oil.
  6. If you are using a cast iron pan, please heat for about 1 minute to 1 1/2 minutes on medium-high heat. Cast iron is very thick and you want the pan to be heated evenly before adding the tofu.
  7. Add oil to heated pan.
  8. Gently spread oil over the entire surface of the pan.
  9. Set the tofu pieces in the pan, leaving ample room between them. They should sizzle when placed in the oil. Sprinkle the tops with salt and a little cayenne pepper.
  10. Now, the MOST IMPORTANT step is -- LEAVE THEM ALONE for about 6 or 7 minutes. Just gently shake them to make sure they don't stick to the pan. Do NOT turn them or agitate them in any other way. When you see a golden crust beginning to creep its way up the sides of the slices, turn them and spice the other side. Add more oil if the pan seems too dry.
  11. The second side will only take about 4 minutes to cook.
  12. When they are evenly browned take them out of the pan and place them on paper towels to drain.
  13. These are very simply seasoned and basic and can now be used any way you like. I like these with steamed broccoli and peanut sauce -- or in a sandwich with grilled peppers and mushrooms and aioli -- or just eaten with ketchup:-).

    Food tags
    Vegan, Low Cholesterol,, Beginner Cook, Easy


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