# Salt and pepper tofu (from feedthepudge)

Video: [How to Make: The CRISPIEST Salt and Pepper Tofu](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY) by [feedthepudge](https://www.youtube.com/@feedthepudge).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: 30 min
- Ontario estimate*: ~$1.94 per serving, ~$5.82 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$14.06* per serving (88%) vs ordering out (~$16.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario vegetarian entrée at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 1 block firm tofu
- some water _(amount estimated)_
- some salt _(amount estimated)_
- some green onions _(amount estimated)_
- 1 large jalapeno
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tsp MSG
- about a cup cornstarch
- pinch salt
- about a cup vegetable oil
- splash vegetable oil _(amount estimated)_
- some garlic _(amount estimated)_

## Steps

1. [0:33](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=33s) Drain the tofu and cut into one-inch cubes.
2. [1:13](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=73s) Soak the tofu cubes in salted water for ten to fifteen minutes.
3. [1:28](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=88s) Chop green onions.
4. [1:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=92s) Dice the jalapeno.
5. [2:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=126s) Combine salt, white pepper, and MSG in a small bowl to make a seasoning blend.
6. [2:20](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=140s) Drain the tofu and pat dry with paper towels.
7. [2:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=149s) Mix cornstarch and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
8. [3:02](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=182s) Coat each tofu piece in the cornstarch mixture and shake off excess.
9. [3:12](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=192s) Place coated tofu on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for ten minutes.
10. [3:22](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=202s) Heat vegetable oil in a small pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
11. [3:25](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=205s) Fry the tofu in batches until light golden blond.
12. [4:05](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=245s) Transfer fried tofu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
13. [4:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=249s) Heat a splash of oil in a pan on medium-high and saute green onions for a minute.
14. [4:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=256s) Add minced garlic and saute until fragrant.
15. [4:22](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=262s) Add diced jalapenos and cook briefly.
16. [4:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=269s) Add fried tofu and season with the seasoning blend.
17. [5:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqW8IFeWzWY&t=306s) Plate the tofu and garnish with additional green onions and fried garlic.

## Equipment

- cutting board
- knife
- glass container
- bowl
- whisk
- paper towel
- mixing bowl
- sheet pan
- small pot
- tongs
- pan
- spatula
- plate

## What the video didn't say

- exact water and salt amounts for soaking
- exact quantity of green onions and garlic used
- servings count not explicitly stated

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