By La vie dans mon assiette
In collaboration with Unisoya
What you need
Ingredients (4 servings)
For the crispy tofu :
1 454 g packet Unisoya tofu
½ cup cornstarch
Garlic salt, to taste
Ground pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
For the sauce :
¼ cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon Sambal Oelek
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, chopped
2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed in ¼ cup water
For the garnish :
2 green onions
Sesame seeds
How to proceed
Cut tofu block into cubes. Coat evenly with cornstarch, garlic salt and pepper.
Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a non-stick pan. When hot, add the first cube to check if the oil is ready. Add the remaining cubes. Fry over medium-low heat until crisp and golden. Set aside in paper towels.
In a container, mix soy sauce ingredients with Sambal Oelek.
In a separate skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
Add the liquid mixture and bring to the boil.
Reduce heat and stir in cornstarch mixture to thicken. Stir until a thick sauce is obtained.
Add the fried tofu cubes to the pan with the sauce and gently coat the pieces.
Serve with basmati or jasmine rice and a sautéed green vegetable.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Enjoy your meal!