Crispy Nostalgic Fish Tofu Sticks
A modern twist on a classic Chinese dish, combining the crunch of nostalgic fish sticks with the nutty taste of tempeh, all wrapped up in a light and crispy trout-based coating.
Ingredients
- ●1 package nugget-shaped tempeh
- ●1 pound trout filletspreferably fresh and sustainable
- ●1 cup all-purpose flour
- ●1/2 cup cornstarch
- ●1 large egg
- ●1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
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1. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour and cornstarch.
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2. In a separate dish, beat the egg.
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3. Cut the trout fillets into small pieces.
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4. Dip each piece of tempeh into the egg and then coat with the flour mixture.
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5. Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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6. When the oil is hot, add a few pieces of the coated tempeh to the skillet.
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7. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes.
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8. Remove the fried tempeh from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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9. Repeat the frying process with the remaining tempeh pieces.
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10. Serve the crispy tempeh sticks hot, garnished with your favorite dipping sauce.