Breaded Tofu

Tue, 03/31/2009 - 14:56
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Crisp, crunchy, golden Breaded Tofu is a great dish for any occasion.

Ingredients: 

Serves 8
2 lb. firm or extra-firm tofu,
5 cups water
½ cup finely minced fresh ginger
¾ cup soy sauce
½ cup whole-wheat pastry or white flour
½ cup fine cornmeal
Vegetable oil for frying

For the batter:
½ lb. soft tofu
½ cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Fresh parsley to garnish

Directions: 

Cut tofu horizontally into ½ inch thick slices. In a large shallow pot, combine the water, ginger, and soy sauce over a low heat. Add the sliced tofu and simmer for 20 minutes. With a large spatula, remove the tofu. Gently squeeze out any excess liquid from the tofu. Set aside.
For the batter, liquidize soft tofu, water and soy sauce using a blender. Pour this batter onto a large flat plate. Place the whole-wheat flour in a second flat plate and cornmeal on a third. Dredge each slice of marinated tofu first in the whole-wheat flour, then in the batter, and finally in the cornmeal.
Heat oil in a large skillet until it is sizzling. Fry each piece of tofu until both sides are golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Tips: 

Serve this tofu dish with tartar sauce or any other pungent sauce to offset the taste of the tofu.