Hakka Salt and Pepper Tofu (客家椒盐豆腐)

客家椒盐豆腐 (Hakka Salt and Pepper Tofu) is a classic dish in Hakka cuisine, known for its crispy exterior and soft interior, seasoned with a flavorful blend of salt and pepper.

Hakka Salt and Pepper Tofu (客家椒盐豆腐)

Ingredients

  • 1 block of firm tofu, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu cubes between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Coat the tofu cubes in the cornstarch mixture, shaking off any excess.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the tofu cubes until golden and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  6. In a separate pan, sauté the green onions, garlic, and red chili until fragrant.
  7. Add the fried tofu cubes to the pan and toss to combine.
  8. Transfer the tofu to a serving dish and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Frying pan Spatula Shallow dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Paper towels

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hakka Salt and Pepper Tofu with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a dash of Chinese five-spice powder to the cornstarch mixture before coating the tofu.

Cost

$8