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Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce

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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)

Yield: 4 Ready in 45 minutes

Cuisine: AsianMain Ingredient: Tofu

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Servings          
Original recipe makes 4
2 15-oz packageExtrafirm tofu, water-packed
Cooking spray
1 1/2 tablespoonsSugar
2 tablespoonsThai fish sauce
2 teaspoonsVegetable oil
1/2 cupshallots; finely chopped
1 cloveGarlic; minced
2 tablespoonsFresh lemongrass; peeled and chopped
1 eachRed Thai chile; minced

Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce Preparation

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.

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Calories Per Serving: 103
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Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce Reviews

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Thank you! So easy! So delicious!
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Loved it! Will definitely make again :)
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Tags

  1. Low-fat
  2. Quick
  3. Main Dish
  4. Asian
  5. Tofu
  6. Dinner
  7. Winter
  8. Tangy

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