Better-than-takeout sesame tofu

Ingredients

• 1 block of super firm tofu
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• Oil for frying
• Sesame seeds for garnish

Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons sesame oil
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey

• 1 teaspoon siracha
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon water and 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed together
• 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce, optional
  

Directions

• Heat oil to 350 degrees in a heavy bottom pot or skillet.
• Rinse tofu with cold water and dry.
• Cut into 1/2-inch cubes and fully coat in corn starch.
• Fry tofu for about 8-10 minutes or until crispy and golden.
• In a saucepan over medium heat, add all sauce ingredients except for the water and cornstarch mixture.
• Once sauce comes to a simmer, reduce heat and add in cornstarch slurry.
• Stir until sauce has thickened and remove from heat.
  

• Add tofu and toss in sauce to coat.
• Serve tofu over rice and top with sesame seeds.

Thank you to Meaghan Smith for creating this recipe. You can find her on Instagram @megsescapades

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