Fried Beancurd In Red Chile Sauce

* Exported from MasterCook *

FRIED BEANCURD IN RED CHILE SAUCE

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main dish Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 tb Korean red chile flakes
-(there is no substitute)
2 tb Tamari or soy sauce
1 tb Water
1 t Sesame oil
1 Garlic clove -- minced
3 Scallions -- sliced
1 Fresh chile (green or red)
-- minced
1/2 ts Sugar (optional)
19 oz Tofu, preferably firm
Vegetable oil -- for frying
1 t Crushed toasted sesame seeds

In a bowl, combine red chiles, tamari or soy sauce,
water, sesame oil, minced garlic, sliced scallions,
fresh chile and sugar (if using). Set aside until
tofu is fried.

Cut tofu into serving portions or largish chunks, and
pat dry with paper towels. Heat 1 or 2 inches of
vegetable oil in a skillet or wok set over moderately
high heat. Fry tofu pieces until golden brown on all
sides, turning as necessary. Remove tofu from oil and
place in a deep serving dish or shallow bowl. Pour
chile mixture over tofu, turning pieces to coat
evenly. Sprinkle with crushed toasted sesame seeds and
serve warm with hot steamed rice, and assorted
vegetable relishes or dressed salad greens.

Leftovers can be coarsely chopped and mixed with some
corn kernels or other veggies for a yummy (cold or
hot) filling in flour tortillas.

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