Deep Fried Tofu

Name: Deep Fried Tofu
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds firm tofu silken, drained; cornstarch to dust; vegetable oil to deep-fry; 1 radish diakon, peeled and cut into thin strips; 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds or black; soy sauce; salt; lime slices to serve

8 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds firm tofu silken, drained
cornstarch to dust
vegetable oil to deep-fry
1 radish diakon, peeled and cut into thin strips
1 teaspoon white sesame seeds or black
soy sauce
salt
lime slices to serve

Directions

1

Place the tofu on a rack on a plate. Cover with a paper towel and place a small weight on top. Drain for 30 mins to remove excess liquid, then cut each block of tofu into 8 cubes.
2

Dust the tofu with cornstarch, coating it on all sides. Heat the oil in a wok or heavy-based frying pan to 350°F, or until a cube of bread sizzles on contact. Deep-fry the tofu in batches for 2 mins each side, until golden and crisp. Remove carefully with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
3

Arrange the tofu on a serving plate and top with shredded diakon and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with soy sauce and lime slices.