Update on fish-free fish and chips
MrFalafel wrote:
> The key is to use fresh, firm tofu that you buy in the refrigerated or
> produce section of your local shop and not that silken tofu stuff that
> comes in a box.
>
> I simply remove the tofu from the packet and drain. I don't press it
> or anything. I just cut as specified and let sit in the malt vinegar
> for a couple of hours.
>
> A cup is a cup is a cup in both the US and the UK. ;-)
But a pint is so much more in the UK!
>
> On Feb 26, 5:22 pm, "Justin E. Miller" <justinmiller87> wrote:
>> MrFalafel,
>>
>> I presume the tofu is drained and pressed? Also, since I don't know, is
>> a cup in Britain the same as a cup in the US?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Justin
>>
>>
>>
>> MrFalafel wrote:
>>> Fish-free fish & chips Updated: Now even easier and tastier!
>>> Here's a recipe I came up with a few years ago to satisfy my deep-
>>> fried food cravings. Wrap it up in newspaper and you'd be surprised
>>> how much it's like the real thing!
>>> Ingredients:
>>> 1 block of firm tofu (250 grams)
>>> 2-3 big potatoes, scrubbed, and cut into 'chip/french fry' pieces.
>>> 1 cup flour
>>> 1 tsp paprika
>>> 1 cup beer
>>> oil
>>> malt vinegar
>>> cornflour/corn starch
>>> Cut the tofu into big-finger size pieces. Place in a shallow dish and
>>> cover with malt vinegar. Marinate for an hour or so.
>>> Place chips on a baking sheet and sprinkle a bit of olive oil over
>>> them and toss. Place in 200C oven for half an hour and then turn the
>>> chips, cooking for another 15 minutes or so.
>>> Meanwhile mix beer, flour & paprika together in a bowl. The batter
>>> should be like a thick pancake consistancy. Add more flour/beer (if
>>> neccessary) to get it right.
>>> Place oil into a wok or deep fryer and heat to very hot, almost
>>> smoking.
>>> Place a good bit of cornflour/cornstarch in bowl.
>>> Remove tofu from marinade, pat dry and dredge in cornflour, shake of
>>> excess and then dredge in batter and place directly into hot oil, and
>>> repeat with a few more tofu pieces. Flip while cooking to get them
>>> golden brown all over. Drain on paper towels Repeat until all is
>>> cooked.
>>> Place chips on a platter with tofu on top. Serve with malt vinegar,
>>> salt & pepper and ketchup.- Hide quoted text -
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