AMAZING CRUNCHY TOFU SALAD

AMAZING CRUNCHY TOFU SALAD image

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cubed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
1 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
2 medium shallots, finely minced, divided
1/2 bunch green onions, sliced, divided
vegetable oil for pan-frying
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon chili oil
1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1/2 large cucumber, chopped
1 medium tomato, chopped

Steps:

Toss the tofu with lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce in a small bowl, set aside to marinate. Combine the cornstarch and bread crumbs with 1 minced shallot and half of the green onions in a bowl. Toss the tofu with the cornstarch mixture to generously bread; reserve the remaining marinade. Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tofu cubes on all sides until golden brown, remove to drain on a paper towel. Whisk together the remaining marinade with the vinegar, 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, sugar, and chili oil; set aside. Toss together the salad mix, cucumber, tomato, and tofu cubes in a large bowl; add the dressing and toss to combine.