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Fried Tofu with Peanut Dipping Sauce - Tou Hu Tod Listen to word

 
Fried Tofu with Peanut Dipping Sauce1
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Fried Tofu with Peanut Dipping Sauce
In Thailand, you find the fried tofu sold at the same stall or cart with fried taro. It is a wonderful snack even for those who are not so fond of tofu because the sweet cilantro and peanut sauce makes up for the bland tofu. I highly recommend this as a snack or appetizer even if you are not a vegetarian. I often bring this dish to potlucks because it is fast, tasty and both vegetarians and non-vegetarians enjoy it.

 
Tips and substitutions
In Thailand, peanuts are used. However, I have successfully substituted almonds.
Cut the tofu cubes into half and place them in a toaster oven or oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit on a cookie sheet, cast iron pan or a piece of aluminum foil for a few minutes. You just want to toast them. If you like them crispy, use lower heat and leave them in the oven longer. Flip every few minutes to toast all sides.

If pre-fried tofu cubes are not available, I suggest taking extra firm tofu, cutting it into bite size pieces and deep frying the pieces in oil until golden brown.

Serve hot with cilantro, peanut sauce below.
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Peanut Dipping Sauce for Fried Tofu - Nam Jim Tou Hu Tod

 
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Peanut Dipping Sauce for Fried Tofu

 
1tablespoonvinegar 
2tablespoonssugar 
1pinchsalt 
2tablespoonspeanuts, toasted and crushed 
1teaspoonground fresh chili paste 
5-7sprigscilantro, sliced 
Tips and substitutions
When I make this, I use toasted and crushed cashew instead of peanuts.
In a microwavable bowl, combine sugar, ground fresh chili paste, salt and vinegar. Heat up for a minute or until sugar is dissolved. Mix in the sliced cilantro. Top with toasted and crushed peanuts.
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