Choose delicious tofu
First of all, to have a delicious golden fried tofu dish, you need to choose fragrant and tasty tofu. The attractive tofu pieces should not be left for too long.
Additionally, you also need to buy other types of tofu and soak them in diluted saltwater. Salt helps to reduce water content in the tofu, making it firmer and more elastic. Before frying, let the tofu dry, then cut it into bite-sized pieces. This way, the tofu won’t taste sour and will still be delicious.
Secrets to cooking delicious and tempting fried tofu
Fried with lard: First, you need to fry tofu deliciously and fragrantly, especially with lard. Moreover, lard, when fried at high temperatures, does not oxidize like oil, and it is less likely to become rancid or deteriorate.
Furthermore, according to many studies, lard is rich in minerals and vitamin D, which promote calcium absorption and participate in the structure of nerve cell membranes, as well as facilitate the absorption of vitamin A that vegetable oil does not have.
You need to use a sufficient amount of lard, enough to submerge 2/3 of the tofu, to ensure that the tofu turns golden and crispy on the outside while remaining soft and fluffy on the inside. The reason is that the hot oil quickly forms a hardened outer shell, preventing the tofu from absorbing too much oil and becoming greasy.
The correct way to fry tofu to achieve its delicious crispy texture: When you fry tofu, put all the lard in and wait for the oil to heat up. You can test it by using a chopstick to see if there are large bubbles, indicating that the oil has reached the right temperature. Then, add the tofu, leaving enough space between each piece to prevent them from sticking together. Lower the heat to medium when frying the tofu. The flame is crucial; you shouldn’t use too high of a flame, as it can burn the tofu, while a low flame can make the tofu soggy and not crispy.
Be patient and let the lower layer of tofu in the pan gradually turn golden. Gently shake the pan to evenly heat the other side. After a few minutes, the edges of the tofu will swell and become golden on the bottom, so flip them over to fry the other side. A true connoisseur knows that the tofu is done when it is swollen and golden. Avoid frying for too long, as it can make the tofu dry and tough.
Furthermore, to make the tofu flavorful and tempting, make sure to thoroughly dry the tofu before putting it in the frying pan. This way, the tofu won’t stick to the pan and will taste much better.