Name: Tauhu Goreng (Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients: 400g firm tofu, cut into cubes or rectangular pieces; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional); Cooking oil for frying; 1/2 cup roasted peanuts; 1/2 cup coconut milk; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon palm sugar or brown sugar; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (or 1 teaspoon lime juice as a substitute); 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 red chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste); 1/4 cup water (adjust for desired sauce consistency); 1 cup bean sprouts, blanched; 1 cucumber, julienned; 1 carrot, julienned; Fresh cilantro leaves (optional); Lime wedges (optional)

Prepare the Tofu
- Pat the tofu dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, and garlic powder (if using). Toss the tofu pieces in the mixture to coat evenly.
Fry the Tofu
- Heat cooking oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Fry the tofu pieces until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 4–6 minutes.
- Remove the tofu from the oil and place it on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
Make the Peanut Sauce
- In a blender or food processor, blend roasted peanuts until they form a coarse paste.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut paste, coconut milk, soy sauce, sugar, tamarind paste, garlic, chili, and water.
- Cook the sauce, stirring continuously, for 5–7 minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble and Serve
- Arrange the fried tofu on a serving plate.
- Drizzle the peanut sauce generously over the tofu.
- Garnish with bean sprouts, julienned cucumber and carrot, and fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added tang.

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