rLok, 19 days ago

For the tofu, I’m attempting this Salt and Pepper Tofu recipe from The Woks of Life.

https://thewoksoflife.com/salt-and-pepper-tofu/

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rLok, 19 days ago

The first step is to brine the tofu. That’s done, so I’ll leave that for at least an hour before I come back to it. #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

While I wait for the tofu to brine, I’m going to prep the veggies for all the dishes.

The recipes actually called for green chilli’s, but…. Birds Eye will be fine? Right? 🌶️

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rLok, 19 days ago

Oh, a friend came for dinner! #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

My assistant chef tonight #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Veggies are prepped and rice is on, so I’m going to move on to the braised tofu while the tofu finishes brining (is that a word?) #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Alright, the braised tofu sauce is ready #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Hmmm. I probably should have used a bigger pan… #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Okay, the braised tofu is almost done. Now to turn my attention back to the salt and pepper tofu #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Tofu pieces coated in the spiced flour mixture. Now to start cooking #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Crisp that garlic! #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

The garlic is crispy, now to crispy the tofu #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

First course done (fried chicken after) #FediArmyChef

rLok, 19 days ago

Reporting back on first course:
Using the salt-reduced soy for the braised tofu made a huge difference over last time. Much more balanced.

The flavours are right for the salt and pepper tofu, but the balance is out. Too much sichuan and not enough salt. Also, not quite crispy enough. I’ll experiment with different tofus and more even coating #FediArmyChef

GQB, 19 days ago

@rLok I've been experimenting with crispy tofu and found potato starch rather than flour works better.
Also I use extra/super firm tofu that's been well pressed to remove as much water as possible. Hadn't brined it though.

I found this helpful as they tried all the popular coatings/methods. https://www.thekitchn.com/crispy-tofu-skills-showdown-23421110

rLok, 19 days ago

@GQB thanks!

I’m thinking I might try this variation next time https://www.madewithlau.com/recipes/salt-pepper-tofu

GQB, 18 days ago

@rLok now I want to try this. Maybe this will be Sunday dinner.