Crispy Threaded Tofu

by Tarla Dalal

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The Crispy Threaded Tofu is a pretty sight, with slits all over the wrapper, which make it seem as if the saucy tofu is wrapped up with threads! It is as tasty to bite into too, because the crisp outer slowly gives way to a tangy Schezuan sauce flavoured stuffing of succulent tofu or paneer, making every bite a sheer delight. Serve this tasty starter immediately on preparation.

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Preparation Time: 5 mins Cooking Time: 15 mins Total Time: 20 mins 14Makes 14 pieces
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Ingredients

14 pieces tofu (bean curd/ soya paneer) or paneer (cottage cheese) , of 1 1/2” x 1/2” each
14 wonton wrappers (4” x 4”)
oil for deep-frying

To Be Mixed Together Into A Schezuan Mixture (using 2 Tbsp Of Water)
1/2 cup schezuan sauce
1 tbsp cornflour
salt to taste

Method

Place a wrapper on a clean, flat surface, dip a tofu piece in the schezuan mixture and place it on the wonton wrapper as shown in image 1.
Make small slits at equal distance with a sharp knife as shown in image 2.
Roll the wrapper from one end to the other end as shown in image 3 and 4.
Stick the edge of the wrapper with water so as to seal the tofu piece as shown in image 5 and 6.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to make 13 more pieces and keep aside.
Heat the oil in a non-stick kadhai and deep-fry, 2 pieces at a time, till they turn crisp and golden brown in colour from all the sides.
Serve immediately.