Vegetarian Taiwanese Popcorn Tofu

Name: Vegetarian Taiwanese Popcorn Tofu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 pack Medium Firm Tofu (cut into bite-sized pieces); 2 tbsp Salt; 0.5 tsp White Pepper (optional); 1.5 tbsp garlic (minced); ⅔ tbsp Five-Spice Powder; 2 tbsp Soy Sauce; 1 egg (optional); 3 tablespoon cornstarch; 1.5 cups Tapioca Starch; 2 cups Thai Basil; 1/2 tsp Chili powder; 1 tsp Paprika; 1 tbsp Five-Spice Powder; 0.5 tbsp White Pepper; 3/4 tsp Garlic Powder; 1-2 tsp Mushroom Powder (optional); 1 pinch salt

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:15min

Super crispy, juicy, and flavourful deep-fried tofu is easy to make at home and the perfect party snack that your guests will love. Taiwanese Popcorn Tofu is Gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly, and INSANELY delicious (this is coming from a meat lover too!). Popcorn Tofu - a flavorful, crispy, and downright addictive alternative to its meaty counterpart.

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:30:25 GMT