Sweet Spicy Tofu

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoon(s) Asian sesame oil
• 2 pound(s) firm tofu cut into small cubes
• 2 scallions finely chopped
• 2 clove(s) garlic finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon(s) finely chopped fresh ginger
• 2 small fresh red chiles seeded and finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon(s) dry sherry
• 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) soy sauce
• 1 cup(s) + 1 Tbsp water
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) cornstarch

Preparation

1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over med-high heat. Add the tofu, half the scallions, half the garlic, and the ginger and stir-fry for 3 min. Add the chiles and stir-fry for 1 min. Stir in the sherry, soy sauce, 1 cup water, and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3 min. Mix the remaining 1 Tbsp of water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Stir into the pan and cook until the mixture thickens, 2-3 min. Sprinkle with the remaining scallions and garlic. Transfer to a heated plate and serve hot.