Tofu With Green Garlic, Green Onions + White Shoyu

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   ["Dry tofu well - this is very important. In a medium bowl, toss tofu with cornstarch and a big pinch of salt.", "Heat oil in an enameled or well-seasoned cast iron pan (or non-stick skillet) over medium-high heat.

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   Fry tofu until browned all over, about 3 minutes per side. You may have to do this in batches; if you overcrowd the tofu, it won't brown properly.

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   Drain tofu on paper towels and set aside. Discard all but about 1 tablespoon oil. Return skillet to medium heat and add the butter.", "Add ginger, chiles, green garlic, shallots, and a pinch of salt; cook until soft, about 10 minutes.", "Stir in white shoyu (or soy sauce), brown rice vinegar, sugar, and freshly cracked pepper to taste, .", "Return tofu to skillet; cook, stirring, until warmed through, about 2-4 minutes. Toss gently with a wooden spoon until tofu is well coated in the somewhat sticky sauce.", "Stir in scallions; cook a minute or two more - just until the scallions soften slightly. Serve over steamed rice."]

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