Crispy Stir Fried Firm Tofu with Chilli Garlic Oil Recipe

firm tofu

🥗Healthier: extra firm tofu

💰Cheaper: tofu

Extra firm tofu has a firmer texture and holds up better during cooking.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: toasted sesame oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Peanut oil can provide a similar nutty flavor at a lower cost.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper is often less expensive and provides heat.

Cut the tofu into bite-sized pieces, 9 pieces per tofu block.

Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.

Carefully add the tofu to the hot oil, being cautious of oil splashes.

Deep fry the tofu for 2 minutes, then continue cooking for another 1 minute.

Remove the tofu from the oil and place it on a strainer to let excess oil drip off.

Switch off the heat and remove excessive oil from the pan.

Turn the heat back on and add garlic oil to the pan.

Add chili garlic oil and oyster sauce to the pan.

Add 1 tbsp of water and cook the mixture together for about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the chili.

Add the spring onions to the pan and switch off the heat.

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary, then add the fried tofu and mix everything together.

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