Microwave Tofu Chips

Are you looking for something good to consume with your favorite drink during the aperitif time? If you want a very interesting and healthy alternative to the classic potato chips, why not try some crunchy tofu puffs? I'm sure many of you have already widened your eyes: you just have to follow me in this video!

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Identity Card of the Recipe

• 194 KCal Calories per serving

• Ingrediants

  • 150 g of tofu
  • Q.b. of salt
  • Q.b. of sweet paprika
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Q.b. of pepper

  Materials Needed

  • Knife or cheese cutter with wire
  • Dish for the microwave
  • Blotting paper
  • Small bowl

  Preparation

  1. Cut a stick of tofu into very thin strips: to obtain regular slices, it is advisable to use a cheese cutter with a wire or a knife with a very thin blade.
  2. Arrange the slices of tofu on a paper towel, cover with another sheet and pat to dry the excess whey from the soy cheese.
  3. Arrange the slices of tofu on the microwave turntable and add a pinch of salt, pepper and paprika (sweet or spicy). Brush the tofu with some oil.
  4. Turn on the microwave and cook at 400W for 5 minutes. Turn the slices over and cook for another 5 minutes. At this point, turn on the microwave grill and cook for another 7-8 minutes, or until the chips are crispy.

  Did you know that
  Those who wish can add sesame seeds or chia seeds before cooking: the seeds will give an extra touch of crunchiness.
  The tofu chips can be cooked in the oven at 200 ° C for about 20 minutes, taking care to turn on the grill for the last 5 minutes of cooking.

  5. Remove the tofu chips from the microwave and taste to taste.

  Alice's comment - PersonalCooker

  For an alternative version, you can fry the tofu chips: in this case you will have to pay attention to the splashes that can be generated during cooking. To overcome this problem, the advice is to perfectly dry the strips of tofu before dipping them in the oil, or you can decide to soak them in a chickpea batter before frying them.

  Nutritional values ​​and Health Comment on the recipe

  Microwave Tofu Chips are foods that can fall into the group of appetizers, dishes or side dishes.
  They have an average energy intake, provided mainly by lipids, followed by proteins and finally by carbohydrates.
  Fatty acids tend to be unsaturated, proteins have a high biological value and simple carbohydrates.
  Cholesterol is relevant and fiber abundant.
  Microwave Tofu Chips are not suitable for diet against overweight and metabolic diseases. On the contrary, they have no contraindications for lactose intolerance and celiac disease.
  They can be part of the vegetarian and vegan diet.
  The average portion as a side dish is about 100g (190kcal).