Sesame-Crusted Tofu with Spicy Dipping Sauce Recipe
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Sesame-Crusted Tofu with Spicy Dipping Sauce | Guest Recipes | Nigella's Recipes

· 4 servings
This recipe is for anyone who still isn't convinced of the wonders of tofu. With a crispy, pan-fried sesame-seed coating, anyone who insists tofu is bland and boring will think again. As with anything golden brown and crispy, you'll want something fresh or acidic to go with it. The herby, spicy, garlicky dipping sauce here fits the bill perfectly. Hot oil is poured over the minced garlic, chili flakes, and herbs to release and mellow their flavors before the other sauce ingredients are mixed…
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Nigella Lawson

Ingredients

Produce
• 1/4 cup Cilantro, leaves and stems
• 2 tsp Garlic
• 2 tsp Sichuan chile flakes
Refrigerated
• 1 (14 to 16 ounce) package Tofu, firm
Condiments
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce, light
Baking & Spices
• 1/4 tsp Chinese five spice powder
• 1/4 cup Cornstarch
• 3/4 tsp Sea salt, fine
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1/3 cup Untoasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp White pepper, powder
Oils & Vinegars
• 1/4 cup Neutral oil
• 1/2 tsp Rice vinegar
Liquids
• 2 tbsp Water
Other
• 2 Scallions (white and green parts chopped)

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