Don’t Put Tofu in the Pan Just Yet! Make Crispy Restaurant-Style Tofu! | Top DIY
Long-form9:10
Published Sep 17, 2026, 1:07 PM · 3w ago
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Description
Hello everyone !
This is video "Don’t Put Tofu in the Pan Just Yet! Make Crispy Restaurant-Style Tofu! | Top DIY"
Think tofu is too soft, bland, or watery? Try this crispy tofu recipe and discover how one simple step can transform ordinary tofu into delicious, golden, restaurant-style bites!
In this video, I’ll show you an easy tofu recipe featuring extra-firm tofu, fresh broccoli, garlic, ginger, and a rich, glossy savory sauce. The tofu is lightly coated with starch and pan-fried until beautifully golden and crisp — without deep-frying.
This restaurant style tofu has a crispy outside and a soft, tender inside. Combined with bright green broccoli and flavorful sauce, it makes an incredibly satisfying tofu and broccoli dish that’s easy to prepare at home.
If you’re looking for an easy tofu recipe, this method is worth trying. This pan fried tofu technique helps create a golden crust while keeping the inside soft and moist. It’s also a delicious vegetarian tofu recipe that works well for lunch or dinner.
The combination of crispy tofu with broccoli, garlic, ginger, and savory sauce makes every bite flavorful and satisfying.
Watch until the end to see how to make crispy tofu with a simple technique that can make a big difference in texture!
🥢 Ingredients
For the Tofu
520 g extra-firm tofu
5 tbsp cornstarch or potato starch
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
2–3 tbsp cooking oil, for pan-frying
For the Broccoli
1 fresh head of broccoli
1 tsp baking soda
1 tbsp flour
Water, as needed
½ tsp salt, for blanching
For the Aromatics
A few green onions
3–4 cloves garlic
1 small piece of fresh ginger
1 small red chili, optional
1 tbsp cooking oil, for stir-frying
For the Sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
½ tsp dark soy sauce
½ tsp sugar
1 tsp chicken seasoning
150 ml water
1 tbsp cornstarch
I hope you like it.
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- Sep 17, 2026, 1:07 PM
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