How to Cook Extra Firm Tofu

Tofu is delicious, good for you, and easy to cook. You could eat tofu your whole life!

Ingredients

  • Firm tofu
  • BBQ sauce or ketchup
  • Oil
  • Shiitake mushrooms
  • Green onions
  • Soy sauce
  • Salt
  • Sugar
Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

Thickly sliced

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    Remove the package with scissors or a knife.
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    Take out the tofu block. If you're only using a bit, put the rest back in the container and fill it with tap water to prevent the tofu from drying out in the fridge.
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    Cut the tofu into thick slices.
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    Arrange the sliced tofu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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    Slather the tofu with BBQ sauce or ketchup.
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    Bake in the oven at 350 °F (177 °C) for about 30 minutes, or until tofu turns crispy and golden brown.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 2:

Thinly Sliced

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    Cut the tofu in to thin slices.
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    Place sliced tofu in a hot wok with ample oil and fry them with shiitake mushrooms, green onion, soy sauce, salt, and a dash of sugar.
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    Finished.
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Warning

  • Be careful with the knife, and watch out for your fingers.

Things You Need

  • A knife
  • Cutting board
  • Parchment or wax paper
  • A baking sheet
  • Spatula or spoon
  • A Wok

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Updated: May 6, 2021
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Categories: Tofu and Tempeh
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