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Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Recipes, Special Diets, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vegetarian Proteins · January 20, 2022

Crispy Crunchy Tofu Fries

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finished Crispy Crunchy Tofu Fries

I haven’t done a super fun recipe in a while and these Crispy Crunchy Tofu Fries are so fun. They’re so addicting and they taste like Burger King’s Chicken Fries! I modeled this recipe after my most popular tofu recipe (like, ever), tofu nuggets!

So it seems like you all just really like your tofu in nugget or fry form, and I’m here for it. Long live the crispy, crunchy, salty tofu recipe!

firm tofu in its package

Table of contents

  • What type of tofu is best for these tofu fries?
  • Ingredients for this crispy crunchy tofu recipe
  • How to make these tofu fries
  • Looking for other tofu recipes?
nutritional yeast and other seasonings in bowl

What type of tofu is best for these tofu fries?

As we dive into this recipe, I recommend only using extra firm tofu for these pan-fried tofu bites. However, I’ve also done this recipe with firm tofu and have had great luck. The only times where I was unsuccessful was using medium firm tofu, it just never crisped up the same. It was still delicious, but not what I had in mind. So I recommend sticking with extra firm for this recipe.

tofu fry covered in dry mixture

Ingredients for this crispy crunchy tofu recipe

The rest of the ingredients are minimal. I am finally back on my nutritional yeast game and it serves as the main character in this recipe. Here is everything you’ll need:

  • 15 ounces extra firm tofu, drained
  • 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon each dried rosemary, dried thyme and red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons sunflower oil for pan-frying
air fried tofu

How to make these tofu fries

This recipe is great because you have options! You can either pan-sear or oven-bake these tofu fries. Here’s a step-by-step on how to do both:

  • Cut the tofu into “fry” shapes, about 1 cm in width and 8 cm in height. Spread them out evenly on a paper towel on a rimmed baking sheet, top with another paper towel and then top with something heavy, either another baking sheet or books. Press for only 5-7 minutes.
  • While the tofu is pressing, combine the nutritional yeast, spices, salt and pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Coat each piece of tofu generously in the nutritional yeast mixture. Pat with your hands to ensure it sticks.
  • Set a skillet on medium heat and let it come to temperature. Add in the sunflower oil and pan-sear the tofu in batches, cooking about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the tofu is brown and crispy.
  • ***You can also make the tofu in the oven or air fryer, just roast at 425°F for 10 minutes, flip and then roast another 10-15 minutes or until crispy.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces 🙂
finished Crispy Crunchy Tofu Fries

Looking for other tofu recipes?

Tofu is my favorite vegetarian protein, so I have no shortage of those. Here are a few popular recipes from the site!

Crispy Tofu & Cilantro Soup
This soup doesn't use a stock pot, but is still packed with flavor. It's spicy, citrusy, tangy and when you pour it over crispy tofu, it turns into something comforting and amazing.
Check out this recipe
Chili Tofu Scramble
We've all seen the tofu scramble that are trying to look like eggs, but this recipe is a tofu scramble that is allll about the flavor. It uses chili powder, cumin, coriander, paprika and red pepper flakes to maximize flavor and achieve a gorgeous red color. Make it once and add it to everything!
Check out this recipe
Honey Coriander Crispy Tofu Wings
Modeled after the Honey Coriander Chicken Wings at the Disney restaurant Ohana, these crispy tofu wings are in a league of their own. Sweet, savory, crispy and slightly sticky – these tofu wings are done in minutes and will have you licking your fingers – in only the best way.
Check out this recipe

And that is it for these Crispy Crunchy Tofu Fries!

If you make it, please tag me on Pinterest or Instagram so I can see! It’s my favorite thing to scroll through stories and see what you all are making.

And of course feel free to leave any questions, comments or reviews! This is the best place to reach me, and I’d love to hear from you <3

Crispy Crunchy Tofu Fries

4.50 from 2 votes
These tofu fries are everything you want in a snack or even a full meal. They taste like Burger King chicken fries and require almost no effort. A perfect protein to meal prep or make for a fun weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time:10 minutes mins
Cook Time:15 minutes mins
Total Time:25 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: nutritional yeast, tofu
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 15 ounces extra firm tofu drained
  • 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon each dried rosemary, dried thyme and red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons sunflower oil for pan-frying

Instructions

  • Cut the tofu into "fry" shapes, about 1 cm in width and 8 cm in height. Spread them out evenly on a paper towel on a rimmed baking sheet, top with another paper towel and then top with something heavy, either another baking sheet or books. Press for only 5-7 minutes.
  • While the tofu is pressing, combine the nutritional yeast, spices, salt and pepper in a shallow dish.
  • Coat each piece of tofu generously in the nutritional yeast mixture. Pat with your hands to ensure it sticks.
  • Set a skillet on medium heat and let it come to temperature. Add in the sunflower oil and pan-sear the tofu in batches, cooking about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the tofu is brown and crispy.
  • ***You can also make the tofu in the oven or air fryer, just roast at 425°F for 10 minutes, flip and then roast another 10-15 minutes or until crispy.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauces 🙂

Posted In: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Recipes, Special Diets, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vegetarian Proteins

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  1. Corinne says

    January 22, 2022 at 1:33 am

    for some reason i couldnt get them to crisp up in the pan so i ate them raw with the seasoning lol still good! thanks for this simple recipe 😊

    • Justine says

      January 22, 2022 at 2:01 am

      Try pressing them a bit longer next time and they should crisp a bit better, but glad you still liked it!

  2. monica says

    January 22, 2022 at 11:09 am

    i can’t get my hands on nutritional yeast
    do you have a substitute?

    • Justine says

      January 22, 2022 at 1:15 pm

      Unfortunately for this recipe I don’t – the nutritional yeast is the primary binder and flavor, but I have a bunch of other tofu recipes in my vegetarian proteins section that don’t require it!

  3. rachel b says

    January 28, 2022 at 10:04 pm

    5 stars
    literally so good. amazing flavor, great taste. so easy to make. that tofu you bought but don’t know what to do with, here’s your sign.

    • Justine says

      January 28, 2022 at 10:04 pm

      Best comment ever.

  4. Myriam says

    January 30, 2022 at 11:59 pm

    What is the dipping sauce you used? It looks so good!

    • Justine says

      January 31, 2022 at 11:36 pm

      It’s Primal Kitchen Buffalo Sauce – so so good!

  5. Emma says

    February 17, 2022 at 12:15 am

    4 stars
    My family (who usually hate on tofu) said “these are better than some chicken I’ve had!” – so a pretty big success I’d say.
    I really pressed the mixture in and the ratio of seasoning to tofu was a bit high for me – next time I’ll cut the pieces a bit thicker! Overall really great flavour.

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