Crispy Tofu Recipe
Fresh soft tofu fried until golden crispy served with sweet and sour sauce and ground peanuts.
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Ingredients
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Crispy Tofu Ingredients
Method
Crispy Tofu Directions
- 1
Prepare the Tofu
Drain the soft tofu and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Cut Tofu
After draining, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- 3
Coat Tofu
Place the cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Roll each tofu cube in the cornstarch until fully coated.
- 4
Fry Tofu
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, gently add the coated tofu cubes. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Plate the crispy tofu and drizzle with sweet and sour sauce. Sprinkle with ground peanuts and chopped green onions before serving.
