CHILLI TOFU

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Ingredients

1. Tofu(firm)cubed-250 gms
2. Cornflour-1 1/2 tbsp
3. Ginger (julienne)-2 tsp
4. Garlic (chopped)- 1 tsp
5. Onion chopped finely- 1 no
6. Green chilies chopped- 1 no(or to taste)
7. Spring onion(chopped)-2 tbsp
8. Red chili powder-1/2 to 3/4  tsp
9. Soya sauce-2 tsp
10. Tomato sauce-1 to 1 1/2 tbsp
11. Pepper powder- to taste
12. Salt to taste
13. Water
14. Oil

Method

• Combine cornflour ,pepper powder and salt to taste with enough water to form a thick batter.
• Add the tofu cubes into this batter and mix carefully.
• Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the tofu cubes, turning sides in between until it turns golden brown.(You can also deep fry the tofu cubes if you wish to do so)
• Drain this onto a kitchen towel and keep aside.
• Now heat oil in a pan , add ginger , garlic and green chilies and saute till raw smell leaves.
• Add chopped onion and spring onion.Saute till onion turns translucent.
• Add red chili powder and saute for a few seconds.
• Now add soya sauce and tomato sauce.Stir well.
• Add the fried tofu cubes and mix until combined.
• Switch off the heat ,garnish with chopped spring onions.

Enjoy!!