Garlic Tofu Bites Recipe
Deep-fried tofu served with house-made sweet chilli-garlic sauce. Vegan.
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Ingredients
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Tofu Bites
Sweet Chilli-Garlic Sauce
Method
Preparing the Tofu
- 1
Press and Cut Tofu
Press the firm tofu for at least 30 minutes to remove excess water. Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- 2
Coat Tofu
In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss the tofu cubes in the mixture until evenly coated.
Frying the Tofu
- 3
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 4
Fry Tofu
Carefully add the coated tofu cubes to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Prepare Sauce
In a small saucepan, combine sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, and sesame oil. Heat gently over low flame for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serving
- 6
Plate and Serve
Serve the crispy tofu bites hot, drizzled with the sweet chili-garlic sauce. Enjoy!
