Crispy Fried Tofu with All-Purpose Cheongcho Sauce
The Ultimate Crispy Fried Tofu (feat. All-Purpose Cheongcho Sauce)!
Let’s enjoy crispy fried tofu made easily at home, paired with a versatile and spicy all-purpose Cheongcho sauce that you can make ahead. Experience the fantastic combination of crispy exterior, soft interior tofu, and the appetite-stimulating Cheongcho sauce!
Ingredients for Fried Tofu- 1/2 block firm tofu (approx. 300g, firm pan-frying or deep-frying tofu recommended)
- Plenty of olive oil (for frying)
- All-Purpose Cheongcho Sauce (prepared separately)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the star of this dish: the tofu. Take half a block of tofu (about 300g), lightly pat it dry, and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Cutting them about 1.5-2cm thick, rather than too thin, will give a better texture after frying.
Step 2
Now it’s time to heat the pan. Preheat a frying pan over medium heat, then add enough olive oil to generously coat the tofu pieces. Once the olive oil is moderately hot, carefully place the cut tofu into the pan.
Step 3
The key to this dish is frying the tofu until the exterior is golden brown and crispy. Fry over medium-low heat, allowing each side to turn a golden-brown color. Once one side is sufficiently cooked and crispy, flip it over and fry the other side similarly. Gently shake the pan occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Step 4
Place the well-fried tofu pieces on paper towels to drain off any excess oil. Arrange the warm, crispy tofu on a plate. Your crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside fried tofu is ready.
Step 5
Now, let’s add some flavor to these delicious fried tofu pieces. Spoon a desired amount of the prepared spicy and sweet All-Purpose Cheongcho Sauce over the fried tofu. You can adjust the amount of sauce to your preference.
Step 6
Doesn’t the combination of golden fried tofu and spicy Cheongcho sauce look incredibly appetizing? The visual alone will make your mouth water.
Step 7
Enjoy this incredibly simple yet delicious fried tofu generously topped with the All-Purpose Cheongcho Sauce! The harmony between the crispy tofu and the spicy sauce is simply exquisite. It’s perfect as a side dish for rice or as a snack with drinks!
