Deep-fried tofu

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Cooking time: Less than 30 minutes

Cuisine: Asian; Modern Australian

Healthy options: Healthy; Low carb; Vegetarian

Serves: 4

Type: Easy

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Photography: Tanya Zouev

By Suzanne Gibbs

Ingredients

600g silken firm tofu, drained
cornflour, for dusting
vegetable oil, for deep frying
1 daikon, cut into long thin strips (see tip)
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds
salt-reduced soy sauce, for serving
lime slices, to serve

Preparation method

1. Place tofu on a rack on a plate. Cover with kitchen paper and place a small weight on top. Allow to drain for 30 minutes to remove excess liquid. Cut each block of tofu into 8 cubes.

2. Dust tofu with cornflour to coat evenly. Heat oil in a wok or heavy frying pan until a cube of bread sizzles on contact. Deep-fry tofu in batches for 2 minutes each side, until golden and crisp. Remove carefully with a slotted spoon and drain on crumpled kitchen paper.

3. Serve topped with daikon and sesame seeds. Offer soy sauce for dipping. Serve immediately with lime slices.

Daikon is a long white radish primarily used in Japanese cooking. It has a similar taste to a very young turnip which can be used as a substitute. Use a vegetable peeler for thin long strips.

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