Crispy Tofu Squares

Ingredients for Crispy Tofu Squares

• 2 large tofu blocks, about 650 g
• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 cups Japanese breadcrumbs (panko)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Cooking oil, for deep-frying
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 4 tbsp liver spread, optional for a vegetarian version
• 4 tsp liquid seasoning, such as Knorr or Maggi
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• Chopped spring onion, for garnish

How to cook Crispy Tofu Squares

1. 1.Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes and pat very dry. Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. 2.Set out flour mixture, beaten eggs, and panko. Coat each tofu cube in flour, egg, then panko.
3. 3.Deep-fry in batches until golden, about 4 minutes. Drain briefly, then refry at higher heat for 30 seconds.
4. 4.Mix mayonnaise, liver spread, liquid seasoning, and lemon juice until smooth.
5. 5.Drizzle sauce over hot tofu, garnish with spring onion, and serve immediately.