Crispy Tofu in a Sweet and Sour Glaze

Don’t let the vegetarian aspect scare you. This is actually really satisfying even to us meat eaters.

400g extra firm tofu patted dry and torn into bite size pieces
2 Tbsp corn starch
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup oil
Glaze
Heat oil over medium high heat until shimmering
Toss the tofu, salt, and cornstarch together until the tofu is nicely coated.
Fry in oil until crispy.

Glaze:
4 Tbsp agave or maple syrup
juice of 1 small lemon
1 Tsp each paprika, ground coriander, cumin
1/2 Tsp each chili powder garlic powder
salt to taste
1-2 Tbsp water

Combine ingredients then gently toss with the crispy tofu.