TOFU****Hot and Sweet Lime Tofu

By Unblond1

03/05/14 - VV good (for me, of course)

Ingredients

• For Sauce:
• 1 block firm tofu, pressed and diced 1/2" thick
• 3 Tablespoons cornstarch
• pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp. EVOO
• 2 green onions, minced
• 1 tsp. siracha
• 3/4 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons chicken broth
• 1 tbsp. finely minced fresh mint (didn't have)
• Lime Juice or Lemon Juice - 1 tablespoon (adjust to your taste)I used 2 key limes, add the zest next time too

Details

Servings 2
Adapted from great-secret-of-life.com

Preparation

Step 1

*Rinse* the tofu. *Press* the tofu between paper towels under some weight for an hour or two.

*Cube* the Tofu and add the salt and cornstarch and mix well.

*Mix* all the ingredients for sauce and set aside.

*Heat* the wok and add 1/2 tablespoon of oil and shallow fry half the Tofu till all the sides are slight brown in color. *Add* the remaining oil and repeat.

*Add* the onion to the oil and toss for 30 seconds or so. *Add* the sauce and mix well. *Add* the tofu and toss to coat and serve hot.