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Simple Crispy Tofu
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Ingredients:

14 ounce extra-firm tofu
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions:

1.

Press the tofu: Press the tofu by wrapping it in paper towels (or a clean dry tea towel). Place a plate or pan on top of the wrapped tofu, and put a couple of heavy books or cast iron pan on top of that. Let the tofu press for 30 minutes to an hour. I like to press a few blocks at a time on the weekend, then keep in the refrigerator for quick weeknight meals.

2.

Cut the pressed tofu into 1 inch cubes and add to a large bowl. Drizzle the soy sauce on top and stir gently with a silicone spatula or small spoon. Be careful not to rip the tofu.

3.

Optionally let the tofu marinate for up to 4 hours.

4.

Sprinkle on the cornstarch and gently stir to coat the tofu.

5.

Cook on stove top: To cook on the stove top, heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil so it coats the pan. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu in a single layer (you might need to do this in batches, depending on how big your pan is). Let the tofu brown on all sides, it should be a nice golden color all over. Transfer to a plate nearby.

6.

Cook in the oven: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spread out tofu on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until crispy.

7.

Serve warm or let cool and portion out into bags to freeze.

8.

Reheat in oven or frying pan with a bit of oil.