The 3-ingredient crispy tofu I can't stop making
The 3-ingredient crispy tofu I can't stop making is a easy Vegan recipe that serves 4. 120 calories per serving. Recipe by Caitlin Shoemaker on YouTube.
Prep: 25 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 1 hr 5 min
Cost: $2.80 total, $0.70 per serving
Ingredients
- 14 oz Extra‑Firm Tofu (pressed and cut into 1‑inch cubes)
- 2 Tbsp Tamari (or low‑sodium soy sauce)
- 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast (provides cheesy flavor and extra crispness)
Instructions
Press the tofu
Wrap the block of tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, place a heavy pan or weighted plate on top, and let it sit for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Time: PT15M
Cube the tofu
After pressing, cut the tofu into bite‑sized 1‑inch cubes on a cutting board.
Time: PT5M
Season with tamari
Place the tofu cubes in a mixing bowl, drizzle 2 Tbsp tamari over them, and gently toss until evenly coated.
Time: PT3M
Add nutritional yeast
Sprinkle 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast over the seasoned tofu and toss again until the coating is uniform.
Time: PT2M
Arrange on silicone sheet
Spread the tofu cubes in a single layer on a silicone baking sheet, leaving a little space between each piece.
Time: PT2M
First half of baking
Place the sheet in a pre‑heated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 400°F
Flip and finish baking
Using tongs, flip each tofu cube, then bake for another 15 minutes until golden and crisp.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 400°F
Serve
Remove from oven, let cool 2 minutes, then serve as a snack, salad topping, or bowl protein.
Time: PT0M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 10 g
- Carbohydrates
- 5 g
- Fat
- 7 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Gluten‑Free (with tamari), High‑Protein, Low‑Carb
Allergens: Soy, Gluten (if using regular soy sauce)
Last updated: April 15, 2026








