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Top crispy tofu recipes

1. Crispy tofu

Have you ever seen crispier tofu? Our five-star-rated recipe is coated in smoked paprika and garlic granules for ultimate flavour, then fried for crisp perfection. The cornflour coating means it’s gluten-free too. Try more vegan gluten-free recipes.

2. Sesame & spring onion stir-fried udon with crispy tofu

This super-speedy noodle dish is not only delicious but easy on the purse strings. It doesn’t scrimp on flavour, with ground Szechuan peppercorns and chilli flakes giving a nice kick, plus pressing the tofu improves the texture. Discover more budget vegetarian recipes.

3. Spice-crusted tofu with kumquat radish salad

Tofu salad on plate with radishes and greens

The flavours in this Japanese-inspired dish are anything but dull, with a yuzu dressing and shichimi togarashi spice mix. Adding sesame seeds to the tofu coating gives flavour and texture, plus the nutritional benefits of calcium and fibre. Can’t get enough? Try more vegetarian Japanese-inspired recipes.

4. Tofu escalopes with black olive salsa verde

Parmesan- and mustard-coated tofu makes a convincing replacement for chicken in this Milanese-style salad with a punchy olive, caper and basil dressing. Toss with watercress and steamed new potatoes for a delicious lunch to serve for friends, best enjoyed al fresco. Try more vegetarian salad recipes.

5. Easy crispy tofu

Crispy tofu on a plate beside a chilli dipping sauce

Sweet chilli, soy sauce and sesame oil bring flavour in its bucketloads to these morsels of umami goodness. Make the most of your air-fryer if you have one, or simply roast in the oven until golden all over. Try more firm tofu recipes.

6. Miso-roasted tofu with sweet potato

Miso roasted tofu with sweet potato in a bowl on top of a red cloth

Roasting firm tofu is another sure-fire way to clinch crisp success, plus it uses less oil than frying to yield similar results. A simple dressing of mirin, white miso and lime juice adds depth of flavour, while the sweet potatoes and green beans make it a well-rounded lunch or dinner. Get more inspiration with our miso recipes.

7. Air-fryer tofu (popcorn nuggets)

Air fryer tofu bowls on a square plate and served with a dip

These little bites of panko-crusted tofu make a wholesome snack any time of day. Dunk into your favourite sauce or use as a plant-based protein replacement in salads or stir-fries. Don’t skip on pressing your tofu to guarantee the crispiest result. Get inspired with our vegetarian air-fryer recipes.

8. Noodles with crispy tofu

Discover a new midweek favourite with this veggie-packed noodle dish that’s great for feeding a family. Put your air-fryer to good use to ensure crispy tofu while you stir-fry the veggies. Try more vegetarian stir-fry recipes for easy weekday inspiration.

9. Salt & pepper tofu

Make your own version of this classic Chinese takeaway at home with crisp tofu and Szechuan and black peppercorns for that classic mouth-numbing tingle. Discover more Chinese fakeaway recipes and our favourite vegetarian fakeaway recipes.

10. Deep-fried tofu with pineapple, sweet chilli & basil

Deep fried tofu with pineapple, sweet chilli and basil on a plate

The cornflour coating and deep-frying creates a seriously crisp exterior on these tofu cubes. Fish sauce, Thai basil, tamarind paste and red chillies boost the dish with authentic southeast Asian-inspired flavour. Discover more Thai recipes.