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Crispy Tofu with Garlic Chili Sauce
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Crispy Tofu with Garlic Chili Sauce

30 minServes 3Nutri-Score B€
from @foodiechina8883 imports0 cooked
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Ingredients

3 people
  • firm block tofu (drained and cut into thick slices)Fresh400 g
  • potato starch (for coating)Pantry60 g
  • eggs (beaten)Dairy2 pieces
  • garlic (minced)Produce4 pieces
  • green onion (finely chopped)Produce2 pieces
  • chili powderSpices8 g
  • white sesame (toasted)Nuts & seeds10 g
  • soy saucePantry30 ml
  • vinegarPantry20 ml
  • saltSpices3 g
  • sugarPantry5 g
  • Chinese garlic oilPantry15 ml
  • cilantro (roughly chopped)Produce15 g
  • cooking oil (for frying and for the boiling oil)Pantry60 ml

per serving

Nutrition

347kcal

Carbs
21 g
Proteins
15 g
Fat
23 g

step by step

Method

  1. Coat the tofu

    • Drain the firm tofu block and cut it into thick slices.
    • Coat each slice in potato starch, then dip it into the beaten eggs.
    Step 1

  2. Fry the tofu

    • Heat oil in a pan and fry the coated tofu slices on both sides until golden and crisp.
    • Cook them to a medium-well doneness, then set aside.
    Step 2

  3. Make the sauce

    • In a heatproof bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped green onion, chili powder and white sesame.
    • Pour boiling hot oil over the aromatics to release their flavour.
    • Add soy sauce, vinegar, salt, sugar and Chinese garlic oil, then mix well.
    Step 3

  4. Assemble and serve

    • Pour the sauce over the fried tofu.
    • Scatter fresh cilantro on top and serve.
    Step 4
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