Fried beancurd with sweet nut sauce (tao hou tod)

3 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
16ouncesReady-fried beancurd
Oil; for deep-frying
5tablespoonsWhite vinegar
4tablespoonsSugar
1teaspoonSalt
½teaspoonChili powder
2tablespoonsGround roast peanuts
Coriander leaves

Directions

TO GARNISH

Slice the beancurd cubes in half diagonally and deep-fry the eight triangles until the the white side is golden brown. Drain and arrange on a serving dish and set aside.

In a saucepan heat the vinegar, sugar and salt until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat and add the chili powder and ground peanuts, stirring well until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Turn into a serving bowl, garnish with coriander leaves and serve with the beancurd.

Source: Thai Vegetarian Cooking by Vatcharin Bhumichitr Typos by: Karen Mintzias