Crispy Tofu Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Deep-fried diced tofu, tossed in fresh chili garlic sauce, with bell peppers & carrots, topped with crispy basil

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Tofu
Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. Cut it into small cubes.
2
Prepare the Sauce
In a bowl, mix together garlic, chopped chili, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and sesame oil to create the chili garlic sauce.
3
Fry the Tofu
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tofu cubes in batches and fry until golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4
Stir-Fry Vegetables
In a separate pan, stir-fry the bell peppers and carrots for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
5
Combine
Add the crispy tofu to the stir-fried vegetables. Pour the chili garlic sauce over the mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
6
Garnish and Serve
Fry the basil leaves in a small amount of oil until crispy. Top the tofu and vegetable mixture with the crispy basil before serving.