Matzo-Crusted General Gau's Tofu Recipe

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Ingredients (16)

  • two (8-ounce) blocks of firm tofu
  • 2 eggs, well beaten
  • 2 cups matzoh meal (or panko crumbs)
  • 1/4 cup stock or water
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese chili paste
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 quart oil (preferably peanut, vegetable or canola will do fine)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic (about 2 teaspoons)
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • A half dozen dried red whole chilis
  • Sliced scallions or chopped cilantro (optional)

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