Chinese Firecrackers

Ingredients:

• 2 limes
• 1 jalapeno
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons thai curry paste
• 2 sprigs cilantro, finely minced
• 1 brick extra firm tofu
• .25 cup peanuts, coarsely chopped

Preparations:

1. Wrap the tofu in paper towels and place in a baking dish. Place a smaller baking dish on top of the tofu and let sit for 20 minutes.
2. Whisk together lime, pepper, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, garlic, oil, curry paste, and cilantro. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow heat to develop.
3. Slice tofu into .5-1" cubes. Place into marinade and coat. Let sit for 20 minutes, turning the cubes after 20 minutes.
4. Heat at least 3" of oil in a deep saucepan and when hot enough, deep fry cubes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper.
5. Use the remaining marinade as a sauce and sprinkle tofu with peanuts.

Cook Time: 1.5 hours
Serves: 4