Deep-fried spiced tofu

Ingredients

Preparation time: 10 minutes Total cooking time: 10 minutes Serves 4 375 g (12 oz) firm tofu 1/2cup (90 g/3 a:) rice flour 2 teaspoons ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cardamom 1 clove garlic, crushed 1/2cup (125 m1/4 fl oz) water oil, for deep-frying

Method

1 Drain the tofu and cut it into 1 cm (1/2 inch) thick slices. 2 Combine the flour, coriander, cardamom and garlic in a bowl; add the water and stir until smooth. 3 Heat the oil in a large pan. Dip the tofu slices into the spice mixture and coat thickly. Place the tofu slices into the oil, 3 at a time, and cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes, or until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. NOTE: Serve the tofu with stir-fried vegetables and any sauce of your choice; for example, peanut, chilli or soy sauce—the tofu soaks up the flavours.