Sweet & Spicy Tofu

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp vegetable oil
• 200 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pat dry
• 3 spring onions, sliced
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp minced ginger
• 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar*
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar , or balsamic vinegar
• 1 lime
• 1 bunch of fresh mint, roughly chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Add the oil to a large skillet and...: Add the oil to a large skillet and put on a high heat.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, make sure the excess liquid has been...: Meanwhile, make sure the excess liquid has been drained from your tofu block and cut into 1 inch cubes.

3. 3

   After a few minutes, test if the oil...: After a few minutes, test if the oil is hot enough with a piece of tofu. Once it sizzles, it's ready! Add the rest of the tofu (you may need to fry in 2 batches, depending on your pan size) and fry for a few minutes before turning over and frying on the other sides. They should be golden and crispy.

4. 4

   Once cooked, transfer to a plate with some...: Once cooked, transfer to a plate with some kitchen towel to mop up any excess oil.

5. 5

   Keep the pan on the hob but turn...: Keep the pan on the hob but turn it down to a medium heat. Add the spring onions, garlic, ginger, Sriracha, syrup, soy sauce and vinegar. Fry for a couple of minutes.

6. 6

   Return the tofu to the pan and coat...: Return the tofu to the pan and coat with the sauce.

7. 7

   Serve with rice (use cauliflower rice for a...: Serve with rice (use cauliflower rice for a low carb diet) or noodles. Scatter fresh chopped mint on top and a squeeze of lemon juice.