Pan-Fried Tofu With Spicy Lemongrass Sauce (Tofu Nuong Xa)

  1. Cut each tofu block crosswise into 8 slices. Arrange tofu in a single layer on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels. Cover tofu with additional paper towels; let stand 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add tofu; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Set aside and keep warm.
  3. Combine sugar and fish sauce, stirring with a whisk until blended. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Add lemongrass and chile; saute 2 minutes. Stir in sugar mixture, and cook 1 minute. Serve lemongrass spread with tofu.

water, cooking spray, sugar, fish sauce, vegetable oil, shallots, garlic, fresh lemongrass, red thai chile

Taken from www.myrecipes.com/recipe/pan-fried-tofu-with-spicy-lemongrass-sauce-tofu-nuong-xa (may not work)

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