Pan-Fried Salt and Pepper Tofu
椒盐豆腐
Cornstarch-coated tofu is pan-fried until golden and finished with salt-and-pepper seasoning and chili powder.
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Ingredients
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- tofu
- cornstarch
- salt-and-pepper seasoning
- chili powder
- cooking oil
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 01
Cut the tofu into cubes and coat with cornstarch.
- 02
Add to hot oil and pan-fry gently.
- 03
Turn and cook until golden on both sides.
- 04
Plate and scatter salt-and-pepper seasoning and chili powder over the tofu.
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Cooking Method
Pan-Fried Salt and Pepper Tofu
Cornstarch-coated tofu is pan-fried until golden and finished with salt-and-pepper seasoning and chili powder.
Ingredients
- tofu
- cornstarch
- salt-and-pepper seasoning
- chili powder
- cooking oil
Method
- 01
Cut the tofu into cubes and coat with cornstarch.
- 02
Add to hot oil and pan-fry gently.
- 03
Turn and cook until golden on both sides.
- 04
Plate and scatter salt-and-pepper seasoning and chili powder over the tofu.
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