Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce

4 Servings
100% would make this recipe for Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce again.

The original version of this dish calls for deep-frying the tofu. Pan-searing renders a healthier version that's just as delicious. This recipe earned our Test Kitchen' highest rating. (Cooking Light magazine 8-04)

Be the first to submit a photo for this recipe. Win $100.00 by posting the best original food photo this month!

20 chefs marked this Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce recipe as Favorite
13 chefs marked this as Try Soon
Recipe look good to you?

Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce Ingredients

2 packages (15oz) Extrafirm tofu, water-packed	1/2 cup Shallots finely chopped
Cooking spray	1 clove Garlic minced
1 1/2 tablespoons Sugar	2 tablespoons Fresh lemongrass peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce	1 each Red Thai chile minced
2 teaspoons Vegetable oil

Instructions for Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce

1. Cut each tofu block crosswise into 8 slices. Arrange tofu in a single layer on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels. Cover tofu with additional paper towels; let stand 15 minutes.
2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add tofu; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Set aside and keep warm.
3.Combine sugar and fish sauce, stirring with a whisk until blended. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Add lemongrass and chile; saute 2 minutes. Stir in sugar mixture, and cook 1 minute. Serve lemongrass spread with tofu.

Main Ingredient: TofuCuisine: Asian

More like this...