Fired Tofu Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tofu Preparation
Serving Sauce
Method
Tofu Preparation
Press the Tofu
Wrap the block of firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top (like a cast-iron skillet) to press out excess moisture. Let it sit for at least 20 minutes.
Cut the Tofu
Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes (about 1 inch each).
Season the Tofu
In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss the tofu cubes in the mixture until evenly coated.
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry the Tofu
Add the coated tofu cubes to the hot oil in a single layer. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy. Remove the tofu from the pan and drain on paper towels.
Preparing the Sauce
Mix the Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
Serve
Drizzle the sauce over the fried tofu or serve it on the side. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
