CRISPY PEPPER TOFU

Salt and Pepper Tofu is a popular Chinese dish that can be made easily at home. The tofu has an incredibly crispy exterior, giving way to a soft, silky interior. 

Ingredients:

·          18 oz firm tofu drained

·          ½ cup cornstarch

·          1 tsp ground white pepper

·          ½ tsp table salt

·          Canola oil for frying

Optional garnishes

·          2 red chili pepper seeds removed and thinly sliced

·          2 scallions thinly sliced

·          Fresh ground black pepper

 

Directions:

1.       Place tofu block onto a cutting board. Place a second cutting board over tofu. Place a heavy object on top of the cutting board, preferably a heavy can. apply the weight on the tofu for about 15-20 minutes, to release water from tofu.

2.      Slice tofu into 1 inch cubes. Pat dry the tofu cubes with paper towel.

3.      add about 1 inch of oil to pan being used for frying. Bring to medium heat.

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