Deep Fried Tofu With Plum Sauce

Serves:

Ingredients:

1 lb Firm tofu
2 ea Garlic cloves, chopped
1 tb Teriyaki sauce
1 tb Soy sauce
3/4 c Sugar
- chopped
1 1/2 lb Red plums, pitted, peeled &
1/4 c Vegetable oil
3 tb Whole-wheat flour
2 tb Cornstarch
1/2 c Sesame seeds
Water to cover

Method:

Cut tofu into 1" squares.
Mix together sesame seeds, cornstarch & flour.
Roll tofu in sesame mixture till well coated.
Heat oil in skillet till hot.
Fry squares till well browned.
Drain on paper towels & set aside.
Place the rest of the ingredients in a pot.
Add just enough water to cover by 1/2".
Bring to a boil then simmer for 20 minutes.
Blend till smooth.
Pour into a serving bowl.
To serve, place toothpicks in tofu cubes.
Arrange on a platter & serve warm with the sauce.
Jack Santa Maria, "Chinese Vegetarian Cookery"