Recipe: Deep Fried Tofu with Plum Sauce

Deep Fried Tofu With Plum Sauce
Jack Santa Maria, "Chinese Vegetarian Cookery"
Serves 24 appetizers

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 ea 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.