Title: Deep Fried Tofu with Plum Sauce
Categories: Appetizer Vegetarian Sauce
Yield: 16 Servings

1	lb	Firm tofu
1/2	c	Sesame seeds
2	tb	Cornstarch
3	tb	Whole-wheat flour
1/4	c	Vegetable oil
1 1/2	lb	Red plums, pitted, peeled & - chopped
3/4	c	Sugar
1	tb	Soy sauce
1	tb	Teriyaki sauce
2		Garlic cloves, chopped
		Water to cover

Cut tofu into 1" squares. Mix together sesame seeds, cornstarch & flour. Roll tofu in sesame mixture till well coated. Heat oil in skillet till hot. Fry squares till well browned. Drain on paper towels & set aside.

Place the rest of the ingredients in a pot. Add just enough water to cover by 1/2". Bring to a boil then simmer for 20 minutes. Blend till smooth. Pour into a serving bowl.

To serve, place toothpicks in tofu cubes. Arrange on a platter & serve warm with the sauce.

Jack Santa Maria, "Chinese Vegetarian Cookery"

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