Caramelized Golden Tofu

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Caramelized Golden Tofu

 

1 1 lb. package firm tofu, cut into slabs or triangles about 3/4 " thick

2 tbsps. peanut or vegetable oil

2 tbsps. soy sauce

3 1/2 tbsps. light brown sugar

 

Drain, then blot the tofu with paper towels. (If frozen, squeeze out any

excess water.) Cut it into ¾ " cubes, or into large triangles. Heat the oil in a

skillet over fairly high heat. Add the tofu and fry until golden. It takes

several minutes to color, so let it cook undisturbed while you mix the soy sauce

and sugar in a small bowl, then come back and turn the pieces. Heat a wok or

heavy skillet, add a tablespoon of the oil used to fry the tofu or fresh peanut

oil, and swirl it around the wok. When hot, add the soy mixture, reduce the heat

to medium, and add the tofu. Toss well, then simmer for 2 minutes. Add 3 tbsps.

water and cook until the sauce coats the tofu with a syrupy glaze. Let the tofu

cool in the syrup for 10 minutes, then transfer to a serving dish. Serve as is,

or add to sti-fries and noodle dishes. Garnish with slivered scallions and

toasted sesame seeds if you like. Serves 2 to 4.

 

 

 

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