THE BLACK-GOLD TOFU

(Our Play on Black Pepper Tofu)

THE BLACK-GOLD TOFU

Ingredients: 400g Firm Tofu (cubed), 2 tbsp Black peppercorns (coarsely crushed), 2 tbsp Dark soy sauce, 1 tbsp Sugar, 1 tbsp Butter, 1 Red onion (petals), 3 Spring onions (cut into batons)...

Ingredients

  • 400g Firm Tofu (cubed)
  • 2 tbsp Black peppercorns (coarsely crushed)
  • 2 tbsp Dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 Red onion (petals)
  • 3 Spring onions (cut into batons)

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry tofu cubes in oil until crispy and golden; remove.
  2. The Architect In the same pan, sauté onions until the edges are charred.
  3. The Bloom Add pepper, soy, and sugar with a tiny splash of water to form a dark lacquer.
  4. The Marriage Toss the tofu and spring onions back in with the butter; stir until glistening.

Cuisine: Asian

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