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Ingredients
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Tofu
Dipping Sauce
Method
Tofu Preparation
- 1
Press the Tofu
Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Place a heavy object on top (like a cast iron skillet) for about 30 minutes to press out excess moisture.
- 2
Cut the Tofu
Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1-inch in size.
- 3
Coat the Tofu
In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until they are evenly coated. This will help achieve a crispy texture when frying.
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to check the temperature.
- 5
Fry the Tofu
Carefully add the coated tofu cubes to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
- 6
Drain the Tofu
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried tofu from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining tofu.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 7
Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- 8
Garnish
Just before serving, stir in the chopped green onions into the dipping sauce.
Serving
- 9
Serve
Serve the fried tofu hot with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!
