Egg-Fried Tofu

Slices of tofu are coated with egg and deep-fried in this Korean-inspired vegetarian dish served alongside a tart and spicy dipping sauce.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 340 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons white vinegar
• 1 pinch sea salt to taste
• 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
• 2 serrano chile peppers, chopped
• 0.33333334326744 cup soy sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Slice tofu into 12 equal rectangular pieces. Sprinkle salt on both sides of tofu slices.

Step 2

Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Dip tofu slices into bowl of beaten egg and fry in hot oil until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side.

Step 4

Mix soy sauce, green onions, chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl. Dip fried tofu into dipping sauce.