Ingredients
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14 ounces extra firm tofu
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1/4 cup cornstarch, for dusting
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canola oil (for frying)
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1/2 cup sesame seeds, lightly toasted
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1/3 cup honey
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3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
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3 tablespoons finely minced gingerroot
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2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons sesame oil
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2 finely minced garlic cloves
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1 bunch scallion, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
Instructions
- Wrap tofu with paper towels and place on a cutting board.
- Put a heavy plate on top to press out liquid for approximately 20 minutes.
- Stir sauce ingredients together in a saucepan.
- Simmer sauce while you cook the tofu.
- Dry drained tofu with paper towels and cube.
- Dust very lightly with cornstarch.
- Heat 1" oil in deep frying pan.
- Fry tofu in 350 degree F oil until golden brown.
- Place fried tofu in a large bowl and toss with 2/3 cup sauce, sprinkle liberally with sesame seeds and scallions.
- Toss gently.
- Serve remaining sauce for dipping or drizzled over vegetables.