Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tsp

Sugar

1 tbsp

Black pepper powder

1 tbsp

Soy sauce

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

2 tsp

Black pepper powder

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 tsp

Soy sauce

1 cup

Tofu

1 tbsp

Ginger Garlic Paste

2 tbsp

Green Chilli Sauce

2 tbsp

Corn flour

1 cup

Celery

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Mix cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon black pepper powder, and salt in a bowl with 1/4 cup water.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix well to create a batter.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat a flat skillet with oil.

Step 4
~3 min

Dip cubed tofu into the cornstarch batter and carefully fry on both sides until golden brown.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the fried tofu and set aside.

Step 6
~3 min

In the same skillet, add chopped onion and ginger garlic paste.

Step 7
~3 min

Sauté until the onion is translucent.

Step 8
~3 min

Add chopped celery and the fried tofu to the skillet.

Step 9
~3 min

Add 2 tablespoon green chilli sauce, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoon black pepper powder, 1 teaspoon sugar, and salt to taste.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir fry until the celery is cooked well and not too soft.

Step 11
~3 min

Check seasoning and adjust if needed.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili sauce to your spice preference.

For extra flavor, marinate the tofu for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Tofu can be fried ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or noodles.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Miso Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Common in vegetarian Buddhist cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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