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bean curd

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a healthier protein alternative, while seitan is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a healthier thickener, while flour is a common, cheaper alternative.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos are lower in sodium.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Press bean curd to remove excess moisture for 30 minutes.

Cut the bean curd into bite-sized cubes.

Mix cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

Coat each bean curd cube in the cornstarch mixture evenly.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the coated bean curd cubes in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Remove fried bean curd with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, cooking wine, minced garlic, and ginger.

Toss the fried bean curd with the sauce mixture while still warm.

Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, and red chili flakes.

Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

Serve with lime wedges on the side.

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