Fried Tofu in Chili Garlic Sauce

By Praveen Kumar

Fried Tofu in Chili Garlic Sauce
Ingredients:
Tofu – 250 gms, sliced into small pieces
Oil for frying
Spring Onions – few, chopped, for garnish

For the sauce:
Sesame Oil – 1/2 tblsp
Brown Sugar – 1/2 tblsp
Corn Flour – 1/2 tblsp, dissolved in 1/4 cup warm water
Egg – 1, small, beaten
Chili Garlic Sauce – 2 tblsp
Oyster Sauce – 2 tblsp

Method:
1. Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan.
2. Fry the tofu pieces till crisp.
3. Remove and drain excess oil.
4. Keep aside in a warm place.
5. Mix the oyster sauce, sesame oil, chilli garlic sauce and corn flour mixture in a pan.
6. Add the brown sugar and simmer for a minute or until the sauce starts to thicken.
7. Add the beaten egg and mix.
8. Cook for another minute and pour over the fried tofu.
9. Garnish with spring onions.
10. Serve.

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Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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