Spicy Fried Tofu

Yield: 2 to 3 generous servings

Ingredients

• 1 pound tofu
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet basil
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Instructions

1. Drain tofu, pat dry, and cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
2. Heat oil and sauté tofu over high heat for 5 minutes.
3. Pour out excess water, reduce heat, and add turmeric; stir until tofu is uniformly yellow and add basil, thyme, cumin and curry powder. Add garlic (and a little more oil to prevent sticking, if needed). Increase heat; then add soy sauce. Sauté until golden brown.
4. Serve either in pita bread or in rolled-up tortillas with shredded lettuce and Cheddar cheese. Use any of your favorite toppings.

Notes

This tastes even better the next day.