Tao hu tod

Method

1. 1 Press the tofu with a clean towel for 10 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. 2 Toss the beans with tapioca starch and a pinch of salt until they are evenly coated with a thin layer of powder.
3. 3 Heat the oil until very hot, then fry the tofu for 5 minutes, stirring gently until the skin is golden brown, puffed up, and crispy.
4. 4 Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil, ensuring the crust remains crispy.
5. 5 Pour sweet chili sauce over it, sprinkle with crushed roasted peanuts, cilantro, and sliced cucumber, then eat immediately.

With an appliance

• Air fryer 29 min

  Replace step 3: spray oil evenly over the flour-coated tofu, fry at 195 degrees for 13 minutes, flip at the 7th minute; drizzle with sauce and sprinkle with peanuts just before serving in step 5.