Ingredients

  • 1 lb firm tofu, drained
  • 2 teaspoons cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1 red chili pepper, seeded and minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 13 cup peanut butter (creamy of crunchy)
  • 14 cup coconut milk
  • 2 cups peanut oil

Method

  • Place 2 layers of paper towels on a plate, set tofu block on top, and cover with 2 more paper towels and a heavy pan or metal press and let sit 30 minutes to remove excess water from tofu.
  • Cut the tofu into cubes 1 X 1 X 1 1/2.
  • Set aside.
  • Combine cilantro, chilli, garlic, sugar and vinegar in pan, stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the peanut butter and coconut milk, stirring until heated through.
  • Put the oil in a wok and heat until hot.
  • Deep-fry the tofu for 5 minutes until it becomes light brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Place tofu cubes on platter with a dish of the warm sauce for dipping.