recipe from http://www.hapabento.com/2011/02/23/salt-and-pepper-tofu-recipe/
Ingredients:
1 block extra-firm tofu
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cracked pepper
1 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. minced ginger
1 tsp. minced chili pepper (optional)
1/4 cup cornstarch
vegetable or canola oil for frying
Directions:
Drain tofu by placing on towel with some weight on top. Let this sit for at least 15 minutes changing the towel if needed.
While your tofu is doing it’s thing, prepare and combine the spices.
Cut the tofu into 1 inch cubes and coat with the spice mixture. Set them aside while you ready the cornstarch and heat the oil.
Pour enough oil in a pan until you have about 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch depth. Get the oil nice and hot.
Quickly dredge the seasoned tofu cubes in the cornstarch then place in the oil for frying. Only do a few at a time. Keep turning them until they’re evenly browned.
Don’t overcook, you just need the outside to become a crust. Remove and drain. Allow to cool.