Step by step
Recipe for Momofuku Black Pepper Tofu
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 1 package firm tofu, cubed
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 ½ tbsp cornstarch
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ knob of ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp Momofuku Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 3 tbsp white sugar
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Momofuku Savory Salt
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1-2 red Thai chilies, to taste
- 2 tbsp Momofuku Chili Crunch
Step by step
step 1
In a large bowl, toss and evenly coat cubed tofu in cornstarch.
step 2
Heat oil in a shallow frying pan on medium-high heat. Carefully add the cubed tofu and fry each side until golden and crispy, about 10-15 minutes. Transfer tofu to a paper towel lined plate to rest and drain.
step 3
In the same pan, fry ginger and garlic for 2 minutes. Add Momofuku Soy Sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, and Momofuku Savory Salt.
step 4
Turn up the heat and cook the sauce until it begins to thicken, but be extra careful to avoid caramelizing so sugar doesn't burn!
step 5
Add tofu, chopped chilies, and scallions to sauce. Gently stir until tofu is evenly coated in the sauce.
step 6
Drizzle with Momofuku Chili Crunch and serve over steamed rice and veggies!
