Description
Savor the irresistible crunch of crispy tofu paired with pillowy gnocchi in this unforgettable dish thatβs perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz extra firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 lb potato gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Press tofu between paper towels to remove moisture, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- In the last minute of cooking, sprinkle garlic powder and kosher salt over the tofu; toss gently to coat.
- In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook until they float (2-3 minutes). Drain.
- Combine cooked gnocchi with the crispy tofu in the skillet; toss gently to mix without breaking the gnocchi.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, consider double frying the tofu. You can swap gnocchi for pasta or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option. Add seasonal veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition.