Crispy Tofu With Spicy Peanut Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (454 g) package medium firm tofu
1/4 cup safflower oil
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup szechwan spicy peanut satay sauce
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Preparation

Drain tofu.
Cut into 4 equal lengthwise slices.
Place on a double thickness of tea towel, cover with another double thickness of tea towel and allow to stand for 15 minutes.
Gently pat tofu dry.
Using large nonstick frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
Coat tofu with cornstarch.
Fry in hot oil until crispy and lightly coloured (about 4 to 5 minutes per side).
Drain on paper towel.
Place slices on dinner plate, drizzle with peanut sauce and sprinkle with green onions.
Serve immediately.