Crispy Beancurd Cubes with Peanut Dipping Sauce

In this delectable recipe, based on a dish I once enjoyed in Thailand, the peanut dipping sauce provides the zest and colour for the beancurd. In Thailand, roasted peanuts are pounded into a paste which is much easier to use than our peanut butter; some little bits of peanut are left in the paste to provide a crunchy texture. Here, the fried cubes of beancurd, crusty on the outside and spongy soft inside, are dipped into the peanut sauce, making a delightful starter or cocktail food. Serve