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Green Goddess Tofu

Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) block extra-firm tofu, drained
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup packed coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus more for serving
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons packed coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons packed coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons Kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil, divided

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Place 3 layers of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel on a plate.  Place tofu on towels and cover with another 3 layers of paper towels or another clean kitchen towel.  Place a heavy can or skillet on top of tofu to press moisture out, pouring off excess water and replacing towels as they get soaked, at least 20 minutes and up to 1 hour (you can do this with a tofu press if you have one).

Step 2: Meanwhile, in a blender, blend garlic, scallion, lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, mayonnaise, yogurt, basil, mint, pepper, and 3/4 teaspoon salt until smooth with some flecks of green remaining.

Step 3: Slice tofu into 1/8″ planks and arrange on a plate or baking sheet.  Pour cornstarch onto a plate or shallow bowl.  Season both sides of tofu with cumin, paprika, and 1 teaspoon salt.  Coat both sides of each piece of tofu in cornstarch, dusting off any excess.

Step 4: In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil until shimmering.  Arrange half of tofu planks in a single layer in skillet.  Cook, undisturbed, until one side is golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.  Flip each piece and continue to cook until second side is golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes more.  Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.  Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and tofu.

Step 5: Transfer tofu planks to a platter.  Drizzle with dressing.  Top with more parsley and basil.

Enjoy this crispy, versatile tofu from Delish!