Char Siu Tofu

This is one of the recipes I’m most proud of. If you’ve ever had char siu, or Chinese-style barbecue pork, you know how juicy, sweet, and striking it can be. The hue is an eye-catching red and the pork typically glistens with rendered fat. It’s harder to achieve that same texture with tofu, yet I’ve invented something that’s even better. The smokiness of the barbecue is still there, as well as the recognizable red color and the gentle sweetness. I also press the tofu to ensure the texture h