Crispy sesame tofu

Ingredients for 1 servings:

• 200g tofu
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp rapeseed oil for the marinade
• ¼ tsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp rapeseed oil for frying

Instructions

Working time approx. 10 minutes; Rest time approx. 30 minutes; Cooking/baking time approx. 10 minutes; Total time approx. 50 minutes

simple and vegan

Mix soy sauce, powdered sugar, rapeseed oil, and chili powder to make a marinade. Place the tofu between several sheets of kitchen paper and squeeze out the liquid. Then cut the tofu into cubes and toss it in a bowl with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes. Add the starch and sesame seeds and mix everything well. Heat the rapeseed oil in a pan and fry the tofu for 2 minutes, then fry over medium heat for another 6-8 minutes, until it turns golden brown. I always use tofu as a side dish to delicious vegetable bowls. A few more tips: Tofu doesn’t taste like meat, but it’s a great meat substitute and, when prepared correctly, incredibly delicious. There are many different types of tofu. The most popular are probably plain tofu or smoked tofu. It is also available with nuts or with Mediterranean spices, as tofu rosso. Feel free to experiment. Before cooking, it is essential to drain any liquid from the tofu. The drier you make it, the crispier it will ultimately be and the better it will absorb the marinade. If you want to infuse the tofu with a nice, aromatic flavor, you should marinate it for at least 30 minutes before frying. The only limits are your taste and your spice rack. So: soy sauce + oil + sugar + spices of your choice. If you want crispy tofu, coat it in a little starch beforehand. Whether it’s cornstarch or potato starch, it doesn’t matter.