Crispy Tofu

Name: Crispy Tofu
Ingredients: 1 egg; 2 tbsp light soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp starch; 1 block firm tofu; 2 scallions; 3 cloves garlic; 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar; about 1/2 bowl water; 1 tbsp white sesame seeds

Crispy skin tofu is a simple, comforting home-style dish that’s even more aromatic and flavorful than meat dishes. Pan-fry the tofu until its exterior turns golden and crispy, with a soft, tender interior, then toss it in a rich, savory soul sauce to coat every piece evenly. It’s low-cost, incredibly easy to prepare, and ready to serve in just a few minutes, making it a perfect, all-ages-friendly everyday side dish.

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Ingredients

egg 1

light soy sauce 2 tbsp

oyster sauce 1 tbsp

sugar 1 tbsp

starch 1 tbsp

firm tofu 1 block

scallions 2

garlic 3 cloves

rice vinegar 1/2 tbsp

water about 1/2 bowl

white sesame seeds 1 tbsp

Instructions

Step 1

1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tbsp sugar, a few drops of dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, then pour in half a bowl of water and stir well until fully combined.

Step 2

Coat the tofu evenly with a layer of cornstarch, then dip it in egg wash. Heat oil in a pan, add the tofu, and pan-fry over medium-low heat until both sides are golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/2 tbsp sugar, a few drops of dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and half a bowl of water — stir until smooth. Pour the sauce into the pan and simmer over low heat until it thickens. Plate it up — crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfect over rice.