Spicy Sizzling Tofu (Tofu Sisig) ala Max's Recipe
Sizzling tofu is an incredibly delicious dish combining creamy, spicy and savory flavor. Enjoy it with rice, as an appetizer, side dish or just by itself alongside your favorite drink.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Skillet/ wok
- Sizzling plate
Ingredients
- 500 grams extra firm tofu, cut into cubes
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch -- optional (to remove extra moisture & adds crispiness)
- canola oil for frying
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 and ½ tablespoons liquid seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or calamansi juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, minced
- ¼ cup (about ½ of small) green bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup (about ½ of small) red bell pepper, diced
- 2-3 pieces green chilies, chopped diagonally
- 2-3 pieces red chilies (siling labuyo), chopped diagonally
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by combining mayonnaise, liquid seasoning, sugar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix until well combine. Set aside.
- In a skillet or wok, heat oil. Combine cornstarch, if using, with tofu cubes. Deep fry tofu until light brown.
- Remove from the pan and drain excess oil using a colander or plate with paper towel.
- Using the same pan, keep around 1-2 tablespoons of oil. Saute garlic and onion until translucent.
- Add green and red bell pepper and cook for around 1-2 minutes.
- Pour the prepared sauce and cook for about a minute.
- Toss in fried tofu and stir until tofu are fully coated. Remove from heat.
- Heat a sizzling plate on the stovetop and melt butter. Transfer cooked tofu on the sizzling plate. Let it cook for about a minute.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
- Garnish with additional minced onions and chilies.
- Share and enjoy!
