Fried Tofu With Sweet And Sour Dipping Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces deep fried tofu
1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Preparation

In a small saucepan, heat water over medium high heat. Once water begins to boil, add the tofu. This will rinse the frying oil off and bring the tofu to room temperature. Boil for 3-5 minutes.
Remove tofu from the water and drain the saucepan. Place tofu on a towel to dry.
Return the saucepan to the stove and add the vinegar, sugar, and salt to it. Simmer until it reaches a slightly syrupy consistency, stirring often.
Remove from heat and add remaining ingrediants. Serve in a small dipping bowl alongside tofu.