Salt and Pepper Tofu

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare the ingredients: remove the tofu from packaging. Separate the white and green parts of the green onions. Chop the garlic cloves roughly. Cut half a serrano pepper and have the frozen Thai chili peppers ready.
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   Slice the tofu into approximately 1-inch thick square pieces.
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   Press the tofu slices with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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4. 4
   Mix corn starch, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Coat the tofu pieces evenly with this mixture.
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5. 5
   Heat a pan over high heat and add oil. Once hot, add the tofu slices and pan-fry for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
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   Remove the first batch of tofu and add a little more oil. Cook the second batch of tofu slices in the same manner until golden.
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   Turn the heat to medium and add a little oil. Sauté the white parts of the green onions, garlic, serrano pepper, and Thai chili peppers for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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   Return all the cooked tofu to the pan and toss gently to combine. Finish by sprinkling with the green parts of the green onions.
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