Braised Tofu In Caramel Sauce (Tau Hu Kho)

1. 1

   Cut tofu into 2- by 3-inch, 1/2-inch-thick slices and pat dry.

2. 2

   Place sugar in a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over medium-high heat; shake pan often until sugar is melted and amber colored, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup hot water (mixture will bubble vigorously) and stir over medium heat until caramelized sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   Stir in soy sauce, shallots, ginger, and garlic; stir often over high heat until boiling. Lay tofu pieces in a single layer in sauce. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes. With a wide spatula, turn pieces over; simmer until hot and coated with sauce, 3 to 4 minutes longer.

4. 4

   Transfer tofu and sauce to a serving dish and sprinkle with green onions and pepper.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.