Deep-Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce (Blacker)
This is one of my favorites. Deep fried tofu with a peanut sauce for dipping. This one calls for pressing the tofu first. It makes it denser.
Yield
6 servingsPrep
Cook
15 minReady
Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, Good source of fiber, Low Sodium
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 594 | grams |
tofu
drained |
|
| 1 | x |
vegetable oil
for deep frying |
*
|
| Peanut sauce | |||
| 1 | Fresh |
coriander root
finely chopped |
*
|
| 1 | small |
hot chili peppers
finely chopped |
*
|
| 2 | cloves |
garlic
crushed |
|
| 1 | tablespoon |
sugar
|
|
| 2 | tablespoons |
rice vinegar
|
|
| ⅓ | cup |
peanut butter
smooth |
|
| ¼ | cup |
coconut milk
|
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 594 | grams |
tofu
drained |
|
| 1 | x |
vegetable oil
for deep frying |
*
|
| Peanut sauce | |||
| 1 | Fresh |
coriander root
finely chopped |
*
|
| 1 | small |
hot chili peppers
finely chopped |
*
|
| 2 | cloves |
garlic
crushed |
|
| 15 | ml |
sugar
|
|
| 3E+1 | ml |
rice vinegar
|
|
| 79 | ml |
peanut butter
smooth |
|
| 59 | ml |
coconut milk
|
|
Directions
Wrap tofu in 3 sheets of absorbent paper, weigh down with plate; let stand for 4 hours.
Just before serving, cut tofu into 2 centimetre cubes.
Deep fry cubes in hot oil in batches until well browned; drain on absorbent paper.
Serve hot with warm peanut sauce.
Peanut Sauce: Combine coriander root, chilli, garlic, sugar and vinegar in pan, stir over heat until sugar is dissolved.
Stir in peanut butter and coconut milk, stir until heated through.
Serve sprinkled with fresh coriander and chilli, if desired.
Makes 6 servings.
Sauce can be made 3 days ahead.
Storage: Covered, in refrigerator.
Freeze: Not suitable.
Microwave: Sauce suitable.
