18min 4 ppl
Garlic Pepper Tofu
25 minutes
4 people
Easy≤30 min & ≤6 steps
25 min · 6 steps
Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps
225 kcalper person
Protein 16g
Carbs 9g
Fats 15g
About this dish
Firm tofu marinated with crushed garlic, coriander root and white pepper is fried in garlic-infused oil until golden, then topped with crisp fried garlic. All the punch of the classic, made vegetarian.
Allergy Info
Gluten, Soya
Diet Info
Vegan
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- Garlic cloves6 crushed for the marinade, 4 thinly sliced for frying10
- Coriander rootfinely chopped1 tbsp
- Fresh Coriandersmall handful, roughly chopped, for garnish1
Plant Proteins
- Firm tofupressed and cut into 2cm batons400 g
Dried Goods
- Sugar1 tsp
Spices & Seasonings
- White pepper1 tsp
Oils & Condiments
- Light soy sauce1 tbsp
- Vegetarian oyster sauce2 tbsp
- Vegetable Oil4 tbsp
Utensils
- Wok
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Slotted spoon
Method
1
Finely chop the coriander root and crush 6 of the garlic cloves; thinly slice the remaining garlic cloves.
Approx. 5 minutes
2
In a bowl, gently toss the tofu with the crushed garlic, coriander root, half the white pepper and the light soy sauce, and leave to marinate for 15 minutes while you prepare the rest of the dish.
Approx. 5 minutes
3
Heat the vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat and fry the sliced garlic for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and crisp, then remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
Approx. 4 minutes
4
Add the marinated tofu to the garlic oil and fry for 6 minutes, turning gently, until golden and crisp on all sides.
Approx. 6 minutes
5
Add the vegetarian oyster sauce, sugar and remaining white pepper, and toss for 3 minutes until the tofu is glossy and well coated.
Approx. 3 minutes
6
Transfer to a serving plate and scatter over the crispy garlic and fresh coriander.
Approx. 2 minutes
