Pae Pya Khao

Description
Pae Pya Khao (Fried tofu) is an excellent appetizer or a side dish for vegetarians. It’s also best served with bread.
 * Serves 4 people.

Ingredients

 * 1 Chinese tofu cake
 * 3 tablespoons corn or peanut oil
 * 1 small onion, sliced
 * 1 small rutabaga, peeled
 * ¼ cup chopped ripe tomato
 * 1 tablespoon green chili, thinly sliced
 * 2 teaspoons soy sauce
 * ¼ teaspoon ground cumin seed
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * ¼ cup water

Directions

 * 1) Cut the tofu into rectangles 1-inch wide and 2 inches long.
 * 2) Place on absorbent paper towels to get rid of excess water.
 * 3) Put oil in a skillet and heat.
 * 4) Fry tofu over moderate heat.
 * 5) Remove the tofu from skillet when it turns light brown on both sides. Set aside.
 * 6) Remove half of the oil from the skillet.
 * 7) Stir and brown the onion in the oil for 2 minutes over moderate heat.
 * 8) Add tomato, chile, soy sauce, cumin seed and salt. Stir-fry for 1–2 minutes.
 * 9) Add ¼ cup water into the mixture and cover the skillet.
 * 10) Let it cook for 5 minutes.
 * 11) Next, add the tofu and stir. Cook for 3 more minutes.