Name: Salt Chilli Tofu: 7 Secrets for Crispy Perfection
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 block Tofu (Cut into small cubes for the perfect bite-sized pieces.); Wet Batter (This mixture is the secret to achieving that crispy exterior.); 1/2 cup Cornstarch (Helps create a light, crispy layer that enhances the texture.); 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Works in tandem with cornstarch for a great crunch.); 1 teaspoon Salt (A pinch of salt elevates the overall flavor.); 1/2 teaspoon Pepper (Adds a mild heat and depth to your batter.); 1 teaspoon Chicken Stock Powder (A flavorful boost that enhances the savory profile.); 1/2 cup Water (Necessary for making the batter smooth and easy to work with.); 1/4 cup Tapioca Flour (Key for the dry coating; it contributes to that delightful crunch.); 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (Essential for frying the tofu to golden perfection.); 2 pieces Curly Chili Red Pepper (Provides a vibrant and spicy kick.); 3 cloves Garlic (Chopped garlic infuses the dish with traditional, aromatic flavor.); 2 stalks Green Onions (Thinly sliced for added color and crispness.); 1 teaspoon Salt (Enhances overall flavor.); 1/2 teaspoon Pepper (For that extra warmth and vibrancy.); 1 teaspoon Chicken Stock Powder (Ties the flavors together seamlessly.)

Description

Savory Salt and Chilli Tofu is a crispy, spicy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful experience.

Ingredients

Scale

1 block Tofu (Cut into small cubes for the perfect bite-sized pieces.)
Wet Batter (This mixture is the secret to achieving that crispy exterior.)
1/2 cup Cornstarch (Helps create a light, crispy layer that enhances the texture.)
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (Works in tandem with cornstarch for a great crunch.)
1 teaspoon Salt (A pinch of salt elevates the overall flavor.)
1/2 teaspoon Pepper (Adds a mild heat and depth to your batter.)
1 teaspoon Chicken Stock Powder (A flavorful boost that enhances the savory profile.)
1/2 cup Water (Necessary for making the batter smooth and easy to work with.)
1/4 cup Tapioca Flour (Key for the dry coating; it contributes to that delightful crunch.)
1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (Essential for frying the tofu to golden perfection.)
2 pieces Curly Chili Red Pepper (Provides a vibrant and spicy kick.)
3 cloves Garlic (Chopped garlic infuses the dish with traditional, aromatic flavor.)
2 stalks Green Onions (Thinly sliced for added color and crispness.)
1 teaspoon Salt (Enhances overall flavor.)
1/2 teaspoon Pepper (For that extra warmth and vibrancy.)
1 teaspoon Chicken Stock Powder (Ties the flavors together seamlessly.)

Instructions

Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes or slices.
Mix the wet batter: In a shallow bowl, combine cornstarch, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, chicken stock powder, and water.
Prepare a bowl of tapioca flour for dry coating.
Coat each tofu piece with a light layer of the wet batter, then roll it in the tapioca flour.
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add vegetable oil. Fry tofu pieces for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
Sauté garlic and sliced curly chili peppers in another pan until fragrant.
Toss in the fried tofu and stir-fry until evenly coated and heated.

Notes

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 400 mg
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Salt Chilli Tofu, Crispy Tofu, Spicy Tofu