25 Best Asian Tofu Recipes

Pan-frying tofu is the common way for crispy tofu, but do you know what is the BEST way? It’s through baking! The heat of the oven gives your tofu even cooking, as a result, you achieve nice golden tofu with crisp edges. With over a thousand positive comments, trying this recipe is a must.

This recipe is the epitome of crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. You may think that you can only fry firm tofu, but you need to think twice. This crispy tofu uses soft tofu.

The recipe does need deep frying to achieve crispiness. A nonstick pan and just a little bit of oil are all you need. Thinly coat your sliced tofu with cornstarch and salt mixture and immediately fry it.

What makes this tofu recipe exciting is the flavorful marinade. The recipe calls for marinated extra-firm tofu in bite sizes. To marinate, you need garlic, Hoisin sauce, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, ginger, and a little bit of sugar. Expect not only crispy tofu but an explosion of sweet, salty, and spicy goodness.

A popular dish in Chinese-American cuisine, General Tso's tofu is a stir-fry of tofu, vegetables, and a sauce made of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and chili peppers.

This is a perfect meatless tofu recipe for a busy night! To make it, pan-fry the tofu until crispy and then coat it with a sweet and savory honey sesame sauce.

Soondubu Jjigae is a delicious, hearty Korean stew. It's a soup dish of silken tofu and beef (or protein of choice) simmered in a spicy, savory broth, and the vegetables add a crunchy, fresh contrast.

You will also love this recipe for kimchi stew.

This Asian tofu recipe is a healthier option for steak. To make it, start by slicing the tofu in big cuts resembling a steak, then fry them, and finally add steak sauce.

It’s a flexible dish that you can pair with vegetable dishes like Brussels sprouts or bok choy.

A delicate and savory recipe that uses silken tofu. For tasteful tofu, the best tip is to marinate the tofu overnight for the sauces to seep through the tofu.

Taho is a Filipino street food dessert of mainly silken tofu, sugar syrup, and sago (miniature boba). This classic dessert is part of every Filipino’s childhood.

Thai green curry tofu is a dish that is full of flavor and will leave you wanting more. The curry contains a variety of different spices, including chili peppers in a coconut milk base.

The tofu gives the curry a meaty texture and helps to soak up all of the flavors. This dish is perfect over rice or noodles, and you can season it as mild or as spicy as you like.

Tofu avocado salad is a salad of silken tofu, avocado, and a sweet-tangy dressing that will surely make your mouth water. This salad is rich in protein and healthy fats.

You need not cook your tofu for this recipe because it's safe to eat silken tofu straight from the packaging. This is a 10-minute recipe.

Kung pao tofu is one of the tastiest Asian tofu recipes that you’ll ever try. It’s quick and easy to make, in one pot, in under thirty minutes.

To make it, crispy fry bite-size tofu, then saute the veggies and finally simmer altogether in kung pao sauce.

You are going to love salt and pepper tofu! It's a simple addicting dish that you can make in under 30 minutes. The pepper seasoning is so good that will make you enjoy this recipe even more.

You may think that you only need salt and pepper to flavor the tofu but to liven up the dish, add more peppers, chili, garlic, and onions.

One of the many ways to enjoy tofu is by braising it. There's nothing quite like a good, braised tofu dish.

The rich, savory flavors of the sauce, the tenderness of the tofu, and the satisfying crunch of the vegetables all come together to create a truly delicious experience.

Adding this healthy dish to your menu is a must. It's the perfect balance of savory and sweet, with a little bit of zing thrown in for good measure.

This dish uses firm tofu cooked in a sweet and sour sauce. The sauce is a combination of vinegar, sugar, and ketchup. Enjoy by serving over rice. Don’t forget some slices of scallions and sprinkle a generous amount of toasted white sesame seeds.

This recipe is sweet, savory, and just a little bit spicy with umami flavor. You can make it by coating tofu in a miso paste, which is a fermented soybean paste, and then baking it until it is golden brown and slightly crisp.

Miso is a common ingredient in many Asian tofu recipes.

A healthy take on the classic Filipino pork sisig. For this recipe, instead of pork, use extra-firm tofu.

Tofu teriyaki is a delicious dish of tofu, vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce.

To make tofu teriyaki, marinate the tofu in a teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes. Then, either grill or broil the tofu.

This is a popular Chinese dessert (Doufu Hua). It's smooth, creamy, and has just the right amount of sweetness.

Expect deep flavors in this dish. Curry is not a curry without coconut milk. Tofu and crunchy veggies joined hands together and danced in a sea of savory coconut sauce.

A Vietnamese-inspired recipe that is rich in lemongrass flavor with red Thai chili peppers and agave. A truly savory dish that is worth eating with rice.

A Japanese-inspired of breaded and deep-fried protein recipe with appetizing katsu sauce. Katsu is popular with either pork or chicken, but for this recipe, tofu brings fun instead to this tasty dish.

Another hearty and comforting recipe filled with savory ingredients. This Vietnamese-inspired sandwich has crispy tofu stuffing along with some herbs, mayo, and sweet pickles. It’s super filling and refreshing.

A quick tofu stir-fry recipe in black pepper sauce with bok choy. It cooks under 20 minutes and tastes best if you use peanut oil. An expert tip is to prepare everything beforehand and stir-fry in high heat!

This dish is a Chinese classic recipe of simmered tofu in a fragrant, spicy sauce, and it's glorious. If you're looking for a dish that packs a punch, Mapo tofu is definitely it. The sauce is fiery and has lots of flavors. If you can handle the heat, you'll love this dish.