Deep-Fried Tofu With Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Deep-Fried Tofu With Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu, drained; 3 dried red chilies; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 cilantro stems, chopped; ½ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup rice vinegar; ¼ cups hot water; ¼ cup sugar; ½ cup roasted peanuts, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons cilantro leaves, chopped; 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 2 cups peanut oil

Servings: persons

1 lb firm tofu, drained
3 dried red chilies
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cilantro stems, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup rice vinegar
¼ cups hot water
¼ cup sugar
½ cup roasted peanuts, finely chopped
2 teaspoons cilantro leaves, chopped
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 cups peanut oil

1
Place 2 layers of paper towels on a plate, set tofu block on top, and cover with 2 more paper towels and a heavy pan or metal press and let sit 30 minutes to remove excess water from tofu.
2
Soak dried chilies in hot water to soften.
3
Remove seeds and chop chilies.
4
Cut the tofu into cubes 1 X 1 X 1 1/2.
5
Set aside.
6
Make a paste of the garlic, cilantro root, chili peppers and salt.
7
Add the vinegar and mix.
8
Dissolve the sugar in the hot water and add it to the paste along with the peanuts.
9
Sprinkle with cilantro leaves & red pepper flakes.
10
Put the oil in a wok and heat until hot.
11
Deep-fry the tofu for 5 minutes until it becomes light brown.
12
Drain on paper towels.
13
Place tofu on a serving plate with the peanut sauce and some toothpicks next to it.
14
Use the sauce as a dip.
15
Serve either hot or at room temperature.

927

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb firm tofu, drained, 3 dried red chilies, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, 2 cilantro stems, chopped, and more.

Yes, Deep-Fried Tofu With Peanut Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Deep-Fried Tofu With Peanut Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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