Lemon Pepper Tofu

Lemon Pepper Tofu ~

Serve this quick and easy skillet dinner with Herbed Rice and Pan Fried Asparagus.

Lemon Pepper Tofu Recipe

Cubed tofu is tossed with fresh lemon zest and simple seasonings then quickly pan-fried. This tofu is best served hot but is also tasty straight out of the fridge making it perfect for meal prepping an easy lunch at home.

I like this recipe because we’re using fresh lemon zest and simple seasonings vs. a prepackaged seasoning blend and it’s ready to serve in 20 minutes.

Ingredients for Lemon Pepper Tofu

You will need:

• 14 ounces extra firm tofu, pressed to remove excess moisture
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons lemon zest
• 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Ingredient Notes

• Extra Firm Tofu: Extra or super firm tofu works best for this recipe. A medium firm or softer texture will not hold up as well.
• Cornstarch: Arrowroot powder or all-purpose flour will also work.
• Lemon Zest: You will need 2 large or 3 medium size lemons.
• Vegetable Oil: This is a good all-purpose oil; great for frying.

How to Make Lemon Pepper Tofu

STEP ONE: Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes. Use a paper towel to pat dry then transfer to a large bowl.

STEP TWO: In a small bowl combine the cornstarch, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Sprinkle this entire mixture over the tofu and gently toss to coat.

STEP THREE: Into a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, arrange the coated tofu in an even layer. Cook for 8 minutes, turning occasionally until lightly browned and crisp on each side. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

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Lemon Pepper Tofu

A quick and easy skillet dinner made with fresh lemon zest and simple seasonings.

5 from 10 votes

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Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dairy free, meal prep, quick and easy, tofu, vegan, vegetarian

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 3

Calories: 357kcal

Author: Holly Gray

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Ingredients

• 14 ounces extra firm tofu pressed to remove excess moisture
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons lemon zest
• 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

• Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes. Use a paper towel to pat dry then transfer to a large bowl.
• In a small bowl combine the cornstarch, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt. Sprinkle this entire mixture over the tofu and gently toss to coat.
• Into a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, arrange the coated tofu in an even layer. Cook for 8 minutes, turning occasionally until lightly browned and crisp on each side. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1418mg | Potassium: 679mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 156mg | Iron: 5mg

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