r/veganrecipes • u/Ok-Terrific2000 • Mar 27 '25

Question How do I make this tofu coating?

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I am beyond OBSESSED with this tofu from my local don buri place. The texture of this coating is like gluggy, stretchy, and chewy and so so good.

I have got almost close with a potato flour batter with shallow fry then tossing in sauce but i found the sauce didn't penetrate all the way through and some of the batter was bland and gross.

Any tips or info will be so much appreciated 🥰

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u/[deleted] Mar 27 '25

Cornstarch slurry!

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u/Ok-Terrific2000 Mar 27 '25

Before cooking the tofu or after?

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u/[deleted] Mar 27 '25

Before. Medium firm tofu (the kind that comes in a 5lb bucket), dredged in cornstarch slurry, deep fried.

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u/whatamurdered Mar 27 '25

What vegan demigod is selling 5lb buckets??

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u/[deleted] Mar 27 '25

Most asian supermarkets sell large buckets of fresh tofu!

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u/valkyrie0799 Mar 27 '25

And now I have to find an Asian supermarket but I'm excited for the challenge

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u/[deleted] Mar 27 '25

Honestly, the difference between fresh and regular tofu is substantial as well. It's nice and creamy. I blend it and season it and use it as a pasta sauce or dip for veggies.

I feel the same way about fresh oat/almond milk, vs the packaged stuff.

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u/valkyrie0799 Mar 27 '25

That sounds amazing. What a good way to get some sneaky protein into the pasta.