Golden Fried Tofu (8 Pcs) Recipe
Deep fried tofu served with sweet chili sauce and peanut
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Tofu
Drain the tofu and press it between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into 8 equal rectangular pieces.
- 2
Coat the Tofu
In a bowl, add cornstarch and a pinch of salt. Dredge each piece of tofu in the cornstarch mixture until well coated.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Fry the Tofu
Carefully add the coated tofu pieces to the hot oil. Fry in batches if necessary, cooking each piece for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the golden fried tofu hot with sweet chili sauce drizzled on top and sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
