37min 4 ppl
Thai Fried Tofu with Garlic and Pepper
48 minutes
4 people
Medium31–60 min or 7–12 steps
48 min · 8 steps
Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps
320 kcalper person
Protein 16g
Carbs 22g
Fats 20g
About this dish
Firm tofu fried until the crust crackles, finished with garlic fried separately to a deep crisp gold — the same contrast of textures as the classic fish version, built on tofu.
Allergy Info
Gluten, Soya
Diet Info
Vegan
Ingredients
Fresh Produce
- Garlic clovesthinly sliced10 clove
- Coriandersmall bunch, chopped, for serving1
Plant Proteins
- Firm tofupressed dry and cut into thick pieces600 g
Dried Goods
- Rice flour100 g
- Tapioca Starch50 g
Spices & Seasonings
- White pepper1 tsp
Oils & Condiments
- Light soy sauce2 tbsp
- Vegetable Oilfor deep-frying1 l
Utensils
- Frying pan
- Large saucepan
- Wire rack
- Slotted spoon
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
Method
1
Season the tofu pieces with the white pepper and light soy sauce, and set aside for 10 minutes.
Approx. 10 minutes
2
Heat 3 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a small frying pan over medium heat and fry the garlic slices for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until deep golden and crisp. Lift out with a slotted spoon onto kitchen paper.
Approx. 6 minutes
3
In a shallow dish, whisk together the rice flour and tapioca starch.
Approx. 3 minutes
4
Heat the remaining vegetable oil in a large saucepan to 175°C.
Approx. 8 minutes
5
Toss the tofu pieces through the flour mix until evenly coated, shaking off any excess.
Approx. 5 minutes
6
Fry the tofu in batches for 4 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
Approx. 10 minutes
7
Lift onto a wire rack to drain.
Approx. 3 minutes
8
Pile the fried tofu onto a plate, scatter over the crispy garlic and coriander, and serve at once.
Approx. 3 minutes
