Step 1

Drain the tofu and cut it into bite size cubes

Step 2

Place the cubes in a mixing bowl, drizzle the soy sauce over them and stir gently

Step 3

Then add the cornstarch, season with salt and pepper, and stir until the tofu is coated

Step 4

In a large frying pan, heat up the oil. When it's hot add the coated tofu cubes and fry until they are golden brown. Turn them over using tongs or a spatula to get them evenly cooked.

Step 5

When the tofu is cooked, transfer it to a plate so you can use the pan to make the sauce.

Step 6

Heat up the oil, then add your minced garlic and ginger and fry for 1 minute.

Step 7

Then add the water, stock powder, soy sauce, lemon juice, zest and sugar and stir together

Step 8

Finally add in the cornstarch mixed with some water, and simmer the sauce until it's thick and sticky. Stir frequently.

Step 9

Combine the tofu with the sauce and serve with rice, noodles or veggies of your choice. Garnish with spring onions or sesame seeds.