Deep-Fried Tofu
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb Firm tofu -- chopped
1/2 c Sesame seeds 3/4 c Sugar
2 tb Cornstarch 1 tb Soy sauce
3 tb Whole-wheat flour 1 tb Teriyaki sauce
1/4 c Vegetable oil 2 ea Garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 lb Red plums, pitted, peeled & Water to cover
1 lb Firm tofu -- chopped
1/2 c Sesame seeds 3/4 c Sugar
2 tb Cornstarch 1 tb Soy sauce
3 tb Whole-wheat flour 1 tb Teriyaki sauce
1/4 c Vegetable oil 2 ea Garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 lb Red plums, pitted, peeled & Water to cover
Cut tofu into 1" squares. Mix together sesame seeds, cornstarch & flour. Roll tofu in sesame mixture till well coated. Heat oil in skillet till hot. Fry squares till well browned. Drain on paper towels & set aside.
Place the rest of the ingredients in a pot. Add just enough water to cover by 1/2". Bring to a boil then simmer for 20 minutes. Blend till smooth. Pour into a serving bowl.
To serve, place toothpicks in tofu cubes. Arrange on a platter & serve warm with the sauce.
Jack Santa Maria, "Chinese Vegetarian Cookery"
Place the rest of the ingredients in a pot. Add just enough water to cover by 1/2". Bring to a boil then simmer for 20 minutes. Blend till smooth. Pour into a serving bowl.
To serve, place toothpicks in tofu cubes. Arrange on a platter & serve warm with the sauce.
Jack Santa Maria, "Chinese Vegetarian Cookery"