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Crispy Tofu Bites and Dip

Best Crispy Tofu Bites and Dip Recipe for Ultimate Home Snacking

Crispy Tofu Bites and Dip are a wholesome and indulgent snack that transforms simple tofu into a crunchy delight perfect for dipping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Tofu Bites
  • 14 oz Firm tofu Extra-firm, pressed
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch For coating
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper To taste
  • 2 tbsp Oil for frying Vegetable or canola
For the Dip
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or vegan mayo Creamy base
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice For tanginess
  • 1/4 cup Fresh herbs Cilantro, parsley, or chives
  • 1/2 tsp Spices Paprika, cayenne, or cumin to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • whisk
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Crispy Tofu Bites Preparation
  1. Press Tofu: Wrap extra-firm tofu in clean kitchen towels and weigh it down for 15–20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cube Tofu: Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
  3. Season Tofu: Toss cubes with soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat with Cornstarch: Sprinkle cornstarch over the seasoned tofu and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to medium-high (about 350°F).
  6. Fry Tofu: Add tofu cubes in a single layer; fry for 4–5 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  7. Drain: Transfer fried tofu to paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Dip Preparation
  1. Combine Dip: Whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. Chill for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover crispy tofu bites in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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