Description
An everyday dish from Hong Kong for those who love the taste of soy sauce. Kids will love the salty fried protein. Serve with rice or eat as a snack!
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- Place tofu onto a plate and place another plate on top. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top. Press tofu for 20 to 30 minutes; drain and discard accumulated liquid.
- Cut tofu into 2×4-inch strips about 1/4-inch-thick.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook tofu strips in hot oil until golden brown
- 2 to 3 minutes per side. Stack tofu strips horizontally in a dish with sloping sides
- like a teacup saucer.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet. Add green onions; cook and stir until fragrant and sizzling
- 10 to 20 seconds. Spoon green onions over tofu while still sizzling. Coat with soy sauce. Let sit until tofu soaks up flavors
- 3 to 5 minutes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 4