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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Frying
For Sweet Chili Sauce
Method
Preparation of Tofu
- 1
Press the Tofu
Remove the tofu from its packaging, drain any excess liquid, and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel. Place a heavy object on top (like a skillet or a few books) for about 15-20 minutes to press out excess moisture.
- 2
Cut the Tofu
After pressing, unwrap the tofu and cut it into bite-sized cubes (about 1-inch pieces) for frying.
- 3
Coat the Tofu
Place the tofu cubes in a large bowl and sprinkle the cornstarch over them. Gently toss the tofu to coat each piece evenly with cornstarch.
Frying the Tofu
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers and is hot but not smoking.
- 5
Fry the Tofu
Carefully add the coated tofu cubes to the hot oil in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches). Fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the tofu is golden brown and crispy on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to turn the tofu occasionally for even cooking.
- 6
Drain the Tofu
Once fried, remove the tofu from the oil using a slotted spoon and transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with any remaining tofu.
Preparing the Sweet Chili Sauce
- 7
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Tofu
Arrange the crispy fried tofu on a serving platter and drizzle the sweet chili sauce over the top or serve it on the side for dipping.
