Step 1

Fry tofu: Drain tofu and pat dry with a kitchen towel/paper towel. Cut into 8 pieces and fry with a little oil in a non-stick frying pan or a well-seasoned cast-iron pan until golden brown.

Step 2

Arrange tofu: Cut each piece of tofu into 4 pieces so you get a total of 32 small fried tofu cubes. Divide the tofu cubes into 4 serving bowls.

Step 3

Cook sauce: In a small saucepan, bring water, sweet soy sauce, coconut palm sugar, salt, vinegar, chilies, shallot, and garlic to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Serve: Pour the sauce on top of the tofu and serve immediately.