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Frozen Tofu Stir-Fry

Discover how to transform frozen tofu into a flavorful and satisfying dish with this ultimate cooking guide. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressive feasts!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tofu Types
  • 1 package Frozen Soft Tofu Great for soups, delicate texture for flavor absorption.
  • 1 package Frozen Firm or Extra-Firm Tofu Ideal for frying and grilling, holds its shape better.
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tablespoons Oil for Frying Choose a neutral oil like canola or avocado.
  • to taste Sweet Chili Sauce Optional for serving, adds sweet and spicy punch.

Method
 

Freezing Tofu
  1. Place the tofu in its original packaging directly into the freezer.
Thawing Tofu
  1. Leave tofu in the fridge for a few days or place in a bowl of room temperature water for 3-4 hours.
Preparing Soft Tofu
  1. Once thawed, cut into pieces and let simmer in a soup or sauce towards the end of cooking.
Preparing Firm Tofu
  1. Drain and press out excess water, store under heavy items for 15 minutes, then cut into larger pieces and dry again.
Cooking Tofu
  1. Pan-fry the firm tofu in oil over high heat for about 12 minutes, turning halfway until golden brown.
Serving
  1. Toss the fried tofu in your choice of sauce, add to a stir-fry, or simmer in a stew.

Notes

For best results, marinate the tofu after thawing and before frying. Store cooked tofu in an airtight container for up to 5 days.