Crispy Baked Tofu
Crispy Baked Tofu is a versatile, protein-packed plant-based staple that's easy to make and even easier to love.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 95kcal
Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cube the tofu into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
- Press the cubes. Lay the cubed tofu on a towel or paper towels, cover with another towel, and press gently (or let sit with light weight on top) for 15-20 minutes to remove excess water.14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss with oil and cornstarch. In a large bowl, toss the tofu cubes with the avocado oil first, then sprinkle the cornstarch over top and toss again until evenly coated.1 tablespoon avocado oil, 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Season. Add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper, tossing once more to coat.1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure the pieces aren't touching for maximum crispiness.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy on the edges — no flipping needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 354mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg