Sesame crusted Tofu in Sweet Chili Sauce

Preparation Time 20 minutes

Cooking Time 20 minutes

Serves 4 to 5

Ingredients

For the Tofu

• Extra Firm Tofu 14 oz

• Cornstarch 3 tbsp

• Water 2 tbsp

• Sesame seeds 1 tbsp

• Sesame Oil 1 tsp

• Garlic Powder 1 tsp

• Salt to taste

For the Sauce

• Soy Sauce 4 tbsp

• Honey 2 tsp

• Sambal Oelek or Sriracha 1 tbsp

• Rice Vine Vinegar 1 tbsp

• Vegetable Oil 2 to 3 tbsp

• Salt to taste

For the garnish

• Finely chopped scallions and some toasted sesame seeds

Method

1. Drain the tofu and cut into small cubes. Place the cubes in a large bowl; sprinkle cornstarch, sesame seeds, garlic powder and a pinch of salt. Add the water and mix gently until tofu is covered with the slurry.

2. In a skillet, add sesame oil and about 2 tbsp of vegetable oil and heat the oil over medium heat; Add the tofu to the skillet and let brown on all sides, tossing a few times.

3. In the meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk all the ingredients for the sauce including the left over cornstarch slurry.

4. Once the tofu is browned on all sides and crunchy, add the sauce to the skillet. The sauce should start to thicken immediately. Gently toss the tofu in the sauce until it is coated well. Remove from heat.

5. Garnish with scallions and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed white rice.