Salt And Pepper Tofu Recipe

Name: Salt And Pepper Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 1 cup cornflour; 250 grams pressed Tofu, cut into 8 cubes; 4-5 cloves garlic, finely sliced; 1 large red chilli, deseeded and chopped; 2 shallots, chopped; 1/2 tablespoon salt-pepper mix; Salt and pepper mixture:; 4 tablespoons sea salt; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon ground white pepper; Grind until well blended

Servings: persons

Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 cup cornflour
250 grams pressed Tofu, cut into 8 cubes
4-5 cloves garlic, finely sliced
1 large red chilli, deseeded and chopped
2 shallots, chopped
1/2 tablespoon salt-pepper mix
Salt and pepper mixture:
4 tablespoons sea salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon ground white pepper
Grind until well blended

1
It's easiest to coat the tofu if it's drained first. To do that, invert a colander over a plate, place the tofu on the colander with a weight on top (I also put paper towels under the tofu and use a plate with something on top). Leave for the excess moisture to drain, 15-30 minutes.
2
Heat the oil in a wok until hot -- a piece of bread will sizzle if dropped in it.
3
Put cornflour in a bowl and gently coat the tofu, taking care that it doesn't break up. Allow the tofu to rest for a minute.
4
Deep-fry until golden brown. Put aside.
5
Drain all but a little of the oil from the wok, return to the heat. Throw in the garlic, then the chilli and shallots. Fry gently.
6
Re-add the tofu, sprinkle with some of the salt and pepper mixture and give it all a good toss.

289

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: Vegetable oil, for deep-frying, 1 cup cornflour, 250 grams pressed Tofu, cut into 8 cubes, 4-5 cloves garlic, finely sliced, and more.

Yes, Salt And Pepper Tofu 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!

Salt And Pepper Tofu

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Variations & substitutions

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