Tofu cooking method
I ordered a delicious dish from our local Vietnamese restaurant. It came with tofu that was brownish on the outside but moist and softish but firm enough on the inside (see picture). Is anyone familiar with the cooking method to produce tofu in such a way?
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The tofu was deep fried before being added to the soup.
If you don't have the equipment to deep-fry such large pieces of tofu at home, but you live in an area with a substantial Vietnamese population, you can probably find tofu already fried at a grocery that caters to Vietnamese customers, or at a tofu shop.
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How should tofu be cooked?
Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add tofu to the pan in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan. Allow tofu to cook, undisturbed for about 4-5 minutes or until the underside is golden brown and crispy.What is the healthiest way to cook tofu?
The simplest, most healthful method of cooking tofu is in a steamer. You don't need oil to prevent sticking or sodium-laden ingredients to add flavor. To prevent the tofu from breaking apart, line a steamer basket with parchment or a cabbage leaf. Either steam a whole block of tofu or cut it into 3-ounce slices.What is the easiest way to eat tofu?
For Eating Raw: Pretty straightforward. Soft and silken tofu are ready to go right out of the package (though, technically, any tofu can be eaten raw). Drain off the excess water, and eat up!Is it better to pan fry or bake tofu?
It sticks, and the crispy bits end up sticking to the pan, which is a tofu tragedy. Plus, it requires more oil, and you don't need to use a lot of oil to get crispy tofu. When you bake your tofu, you give it time to develop crispy edges and warm, pillowy insides. It's simply the best.How to Cook Tofu
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Answer 2
It's probably just fried tofu and used as a protein in your soup.
Answer 3
If you don't want to deep-fry, I would suggest medium-soft tofu (not firm), sliced, marinated a few minutes (or even quickly dipped) in soy sauce, then fried in very hot coconut oil. The texture is similar to deep frying, but uses much less oil. It splatters a lot though, so get your cover or splatter screen ready.
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