Crispy Lemongrass Tofu (Thao, Tampa)

An interpretation of a classic Southern Vietnamese vegan dish that goes well with rice.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 boxes of soft tofu (2 patties)
• olive or peanut oil for frying
  
  Lemongrass Mixture

• 1 cup of chopped lemongrass
• 1 tsp onion
• 1 tsp garlic
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp dry red pepper

STEPS

1. Lightly sauté the Lemongrass Mixture in a pan with a teaspoon of oil.
2. Cut the soft tofu into desired pieces. I prefer long rectangular slices, about ½ inch wide. Put them aside to dry for 1 hour.
3. In another pan, deep fry the tofu slics (in about 2 cups of oil) on medium heat until crispy and golden brown. Put on paper towel to blot oil.
4. Garnish with the lemongrass mixture.

Posted by: Thao / Finance / Tampa, FL USA.