Sesame Tofu

Total Time: 40 mins Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 14 ounces extra firm tofu
• 1/4 cup cornstarch, for dusting
• canola oil (for frying)
• 1/2 cup sesame seeds, lightly toasted
• 1 bunch scallion, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/3 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons finely minced gingerroot
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 finely minced garlic cloves
• 1 -2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes

Recipe

• 1 wrap tofu with paper towels and place on a cutting board.
• 2 put a heavy plate on top to press out liquid for approximately 20 minutes.
• 3 stir sauce ingredients together in a saucepan.
• 4 simmer sauce while you cook the tofu.
• 5 dry drained tofu with paper towels and cube.
• 6 dust very lightly with cornstarch.
• 7 heat 1" oil in deep frying pan.
• 8 fry tofu in 350 degree f oil until golden brown.
• 9 place fried tofu in a large bowl and toss with 2/3 cup sauce, sprinkle liberally with sesame seeds and scallions.
• 10 toss gently.
• 11 serve remaining sauce for dipping or drizzled over vegetables.