Crispy Salt & Pepper Tofu

Serves: 2–3 | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins

Ingredients
500g firm tofu, cut into cubes
3 tbsp cornflour
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 long red chilli, sliced
2 spring onions, sliced
1 tsp salt
½ tsp cracked black pepper
½ tsp five-spice powder (optional)

Method

1. Pat the tofu dry and coat evenly with cornflour.
2. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
3. Fry the tofu until golden and crispy on all sides.
4. Add garlic and chilli, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Sprinkle over the salt, pepper, and five-spice, then toss to coat.
6. Garnish with spring onions and serve with steamed rice.