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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 - >> - Show quoted text - > |
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