Salt-and-Pepper Tofu

Quick and simple recipe for crispy, flavorful tofu.
Yield	2 servings
Time	20 minutes
Tools	large frying pan tongs plate small bowl wooden spoon
Ingredients	2½ T oil, divided 12 oz extra-firm tofu, cut into strips and patted dry 1 t pepper ½ t smoked paprika ¼ t salt 3 green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced
Directions	Heat two T oil over medium-high heat, add tofu, and fry for about 7 minutes, until golden brown and crisp. Turn and fry the other side. Meanwhile, combine the spices in the bowl. When the tofu is ready, transfer to a plate and add the rest of the oil to the pan along with onions and garlic. Sauté for a minute, then add tofu and spice mixture and toss to coat. Serve hot.
Notes	Salt-and-pepper tofu is even tastier paired with a flavorful sauce, such as Chile-soy dipping sauce Fruity barbecue sauce Peanut sauce Adapted from the recipe in Color Me Vegan – read my review. Buy it: Amazon.com \| Amazon.co.uk
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