Crispy Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad Recipe

Crispy Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad is an enticing dish with the distinctive flavors of lemongrass, chili, and crispy fried tofu. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also nutritious, making it perfect for a light vegan meal. Let’s explore how to make this crispy vegan lemongrass salted tofu salad through the following article.

Ingredients Needed

• White tofu: 300 grams (about 2-3 pieces)
• Lemongrass: 5 stalks
• Fresh chili: 3 pieces
• Kaffir lime leaves: 4-5 leaves
• Cooking oil: 100 ml
• Seasonings: Salt, sugar, vegan seasoning powder, ground black pepper
• Vegan butter: 1 tablespoon

Ingredients for Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad

Steps to Follow

Preparing the Ingredients

First, rinse the tofu and cut it into bite-sized rectangular pieces. Let it drain.

Peel the outer layer of the lemongrass, rinse it, and slice it thinly. Rinse the chili, remove the stems, and slice it. Rinse the kaffir lime leaves and finely shred them.

Frying the Tofu

Place a non-stick pan on the stove and add cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add the prepped tofu and fry until golden on all sides over medium heat. After frying, remove the tofu to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Frying the Tofu Until Golden and Crispy

Making the Lemongrass Salt Mixture

Using the same pan used for frying the tofu, pour out excess oil into a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of vegan butter to the pan. Once the butter melts, add the lemongrass, chili, and kaffir lime leaves, and stir until fragrant.

Next, add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vegan seasoning powder, and a pinch of ground black pepper to the pan. Stir the mixture for about 2 minutes over low heat.

Mixing the Salad

Add the fried tofu to the pan and mix well to ensure the tofu absorbs the flavors and the lemongrass salt mixture. Gently toss for about 3-5 minutes to allow the tofu to thoroughly absorb the seasonings.

Mixing the Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad

Finished Product

The finished Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad is visually appealing with its golden color and exudes the aromatic scent of lemongrass, chili, and kaffir lime leaves. The crispy texture of the tofu combined with the savory-sweet flavor of the lemongrass salt mixture creates a rich and enticing dish.

This dish pairs well with hot rice or as a vegan snack. You can enhance the flavor by sprinkling some crushed roasted peanuts on top.

Finished Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad

Conclusion

With the simple method above, you can easily prepare a crispy Vegan Lemongrass Salted Tofu Salad at home. This dish is not only tasty but also healthy, suitable for both vegans and non-vegans. Give it a try and share your results!

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