Tofu isn't known for being the most flavorful ingredient, but there are several ways to liven it up. Here's how to add more ...

Substitutions: For potato starch, use cornstarch or tapioca starch. For soft tofu, use medium tofu or firm tofu, although especially with the latter, you won’t get a custardy interior.

There are several types of tofu. The most common are extra-firm, firm, medium, soft and silken. Extra-firm and firm tofu can ...

The flavour isn’t nearly as strong as the scent, though. Egg tofu is often sold in supermarkets alongside the soft, medium and firm tofus. It’s distinctive because of its pale to bright yellow ...

Add the tofu, coat in the mixture and allow to marinate for 5-10 minutes, or longer if possible. Heat a wok over a medium heat. Remove the tofu from the marinade, setting the marinade aside.

Sprinkle the salt and cornstarch on the tofu and toss well. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute the tofu for about 10 minutes, until crisp and golden on all sides.