Taiwanese Popcorn Tofu
Ingredients
- 1 block firm tofu
- 2 tbsp soy sause
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 thumb sized ginger
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tbsp shaoxing wine
- 1 cup cornstarch
- Oil for frying
Spice mix
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 1 tsp five-spice powder
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Tear the tofu into bite-sized cubes
- In a large bowl, mix cornflour with salt, white pepper, five-spice powder, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Toss the tofu cubes in the seasoned starch mixture until they are evenly coated.
- In a wok, heat the oil, Carefully place the coated tofu cubes into the hot oil. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Toss cooked cofue in bowl with spice mix until coated all over.
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