Kitchen Tip #3 "Deep Fried" Tofu That Isn't Deep Fried

I don't eat tofu a lot, but I do like it from time to time, and I especially like having a rice noodle salad with fried tofu on top. The problem with fried tofu is that it is usually deep fried which greatly increases the fat content. This week I learned a technique for cooking tofu that produces  something very similar in taste to deep fried tofu, that is just fried in a pan with a little bit of olive oil.


Healthier "Deep Fried" Tofu
1 package firm tofu
1 egg
some olive oil
Slice the tofu into fairly thin slices (maybe 1/2 in thick)
Lay a paper towel on a plate and lay the sliced tofu on top in a single layer
Cover tofu with another paper towel and press down to absorb the water
Repeat with another dry paper towel on top
Crack egg into a bowl and whisk
Heat a small amount olive oil in a skillet on medium-high heat
Dredge each piece of tofu in the egg and place in the hot skillet
Cook on each side until browned, I think mine took about 7 minutes on each side