Crispy Tofu Nuggets with Sweet-Sour Sauce

Crispy Tofu Nuggets with Sweet-Sour Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. The tofu is coated in a cornstarch batter and fried until golden brown. The sweet-sour sauce is made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and Sriracha. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

I first had this dish at a Chinese restaurant in San Francisco. I was immediately hooked on the crispy tofu and the sweet-sour sauce. I asked the chef for the recipe, and he was kind enough to share it with me. I've been making this dish ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 block extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Sriracha

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
4. Add the tofu cubes to the bowl and toss to coat.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
7. Transfer the tofu cubes to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until crispy.
8. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, and Sriracha.
9. Pour the sauce over the tofu cubes and serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The cornstarch batter creates a crispy exterior on the tofu.
• The sweet-sour sauce is a perfect balance of sweet and sour.
• The dish is easy to make and can be enjoyed by everyone.