I admit that today’s snack is a little naughty. Cubes of firm tofu, seasoned, coated in breadcrumbs (hence the name “tofu katsu”) and shallow-fried until golden.
Man, they are crispy and absolutely irresistible – especially when dipped into a bowl of sweet chilli sauce. Don’t get me wrong, I am not suggesting you should have fried tofu every day, but hey, it’s Friday, it’s been a long week and I think we all deserve a little treat. You can enjoy them with some cold beer, sprinkle therm over a stir-fry, or cut tofu into slices rather than cubes and stuff them into a bánh mi sandwich. Whatever you decide, make sure you fry these little golden nuggets directly before consumption as they taste best still warm. And stay vigilant as you place them on a paper towel to blot as there are bound to be self-proclaimed food tasters appearing out of nowhere.
