A lot of people are scared to eat tofu. After all, it's a bland, white cube floating in water. But if cooked properly, tofu is delicious, one of my favorite foods in fact. It can be prepared in endlessly various ways, and can be made any flavor or texture you desire.
My new favorite way to cook tofu is to fry it until crispy and then toss with a sauce. It comes out wonderful each time.
Ingredients:
1 lb block of firm or extra firm tofu, pressed for at least 20 mins. (I wrap it in a towel and place between 2 plates, then put a weight on top--usually a few more plates)
A few spoonfuls of flour
Cornstarch
Salt, garlic powder
Sauce as you desire--more on that later.
Mix dry ingredients in a plastic zip top bag. Just enough to coat the tofu. Break the tofu into largeish pieces with your hands. Don't cut it into cubes- it looks unappetizing and the sauce doesn't stick as well. I usually get about 18 pieces per block. Heat some oil in a skillet or wok. Maybe 1/4 inch? Place half the tofu in the plastic bag and toss to coat. When the oil is hot, take out the pieces with your hands and shake off the excess. Cook the tofu in two batches, turning over when golden brown. When the last batch is done, add the rest back in the pan, along with the sauce, stirring until thick. Serve immediately.
Here are some sauce ideas:
-orange juice, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oil
-bbq sauce
-lemon juice, herbs, olive oil
-soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic
It always turns out good!
