Crispy Tofu with Chili-Miso Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
• 3/4 cup cornstarch (for crispy exterior)
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 2.5 tbsp neutral oil (for frying)
• 1 tbsp chili oil
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp vegetarian oyster sauce (or homemade with king oyster mushrooms)
• 1.5 tsp white miso paste
• 1 tbsp agave syrup
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from approximately 1 lime)
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tsp cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut tofu into cubes and coat with corn flour, salt, chili powder, and coriander powder.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a pan and fry the coated tofu until golden and crispy on all sides.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together chili oil, dark soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, white miso paste, agave syrup, lime juice, water, and cracked black pepper to make the sauce.

4. 4

   Pour the sauce over the fried tofu in the pan and stir to coat. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu.

5. 5

   Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

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