These addictive Baked Tofu Fries are crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Even tofu haters will love them!
Addictive
These crispy Baked Tofu Fries are really addictive. These are good enough to eat by themselves, but I love to eat them with Raspberry Chipotle Ketchup, which is smoky and spicy.
If you have never had Baked Tofu Fries, you are in for a treat! When extra firm tofu is baked, it becomes crispy on the outside while staying soft on the inside. When you add spices, the tofu takes on those flavors.
Tofu Haters
I hear so many people say that they don’t like tofu. I say that they haven’t prepared it the right way. I think that if more people tried it baked or fried with herbs and spices, and a great sauce, they would fall in love with it. When it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, it is irresistible!
Of course, I love it other ways as well, like in a Tofu Scramble and Black Bean Breakfast Burrito, Tofu Ricotta, or Chocolate Pudding. It is incredibly versatile.
Tofu is like meat in that it takes on the flavors you add to it. There were many times before I was vegan, when I ate meat that I needed a good sauce to go with it. In fact, I remember the sauce being the best part of the meal. My grandmother’s roast beef, for one, had to be drenched in ketchup!
I guarantee that even tofu haters in your life will love these!
Healthy
Of course, these are a lot healthier than French fries, and I like them better too. I feel satiated longer since they are high in protein and low in carbs. Since they are baked they are a lot less greasy than French fries.
Not that I will be giving up French Fries forever, but these are a healthy alternative that I can eat as a meal.
Even tofu haters will love these crispy Baked Tofu Fries! Click To Tweet
*Baked Tofu Fries pictured with my Raspberry Chipotle Ketchup.
Other Healthy Fries
- Cornmeal Baked Asparagus Fries with Vegan Lemon Garlic Mayo
- Butternut Squash Fries with Curry Mayo
- Polenta Fries with Roasted Pepper Dip
Anything that I can make into fries, I am all in!
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Baked Tofu Fries
Serves 2-4
Ingredients
- 15.5 ounces extra form tofu, drained and pressed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°.
- Mix olive oil and all the herbs and spices.
- Slice tofu into long strips, about 1/4 – 1/2″ thick. Coat with marinade.
- Place strips on parchment paper, and bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Flip, and bake another 15-20 minutes, or until crispy on the outside.
Maja Harder says
Okay this sounds absolutely amazing! I would never think tofu could work as fries but can’t wait to try it!
Willow Moon says
You should try them, they are addicting!
yolonda says
I am ALWAYS on the hunt for new tofu recipes…and this one is perfect in it’s simplicity and uniqueness.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Yolonda!
Nicola @ Happy Healthy Motivated says
Oh my gosh – I’ve never seen anything like this before. I can already imagine how wonderful and crispy they taste. Gotta try them!
Joan Cajic says
I am one of the tofu haters here, I never tried to make it in any other way and I think that’s where the hate started, but the addition of spices would probably help it. These look really good and would I’ve never thought of doing tofu fries. Thank you for sharing.
Willow Moon says
It’s all about how you cook it (or don’t cook it) and what you use to flavor it! The herbs, spices, sauce, or other additions play a huge role!
Drica Lima says
These look delicious! I’ve never been big on tofu but this way of cooking up tofu seems like a good one to try. Thanks!
Willow Moon says
Thank you, I hope you give it a try!
Maggie Unzueta says
Never heard of this. Now I must try it. Pinning so I will be able to find it later!
Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen says
I’ve been loving trying new tofu recipes lately. I’m going to have to make this one! Looks delicious!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Joanie!
Jasmine says
Oh that looks amazing! I’m actually kind of excited to try baked tofu
Willow Moon says
It is an easy healthy way to make it!
April Kitchens says
I’m super lazy and have only made scrambled tofu. But these tofu fries look super yummy. I’m pinning to try out later.
Melanie says
Oh these look so good! I’m always looking for new recipes to try that are healthy and different! This one is getting added to my list!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Melanie!
Maryanne @ the little epicurean says
I love tofu! What a great idea turning them into fries!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Maryanne!