Spicy Tofu
1/2 lb firm tofu
1/4 cup red onion sliced
1 each green onion chopped
1/4 cup mint leaves chopped
2 lb assorted vegetables chopped
2 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground toasted rice*
1 tablespoon ground roasted chilies+
Cut the tofu into cubes. Set aside on paper towels to drain. Heat a wok & add the tofu without oil. Stir-fry until heated through, but not crisp. Put in a mixing bowl. Add all the remaining ingredients except the assorted vegetables & lettuce. Mix thoroughly. Line a serving bowl with a layer of lettuce leaves & pour the sauté over them. Serve surrounded by rice & assorted vegetables. *Heat uncooked rice over moderate heat until golden, stirring to prevent burning. When the color is uniform, remove from heat, cool & grind to a powder. It is best to use a mortar & pestle. +Roast whole chilies, stems too, in a dry wok until they darken. Be careful that they do not burn. Cool. Remove stems & seeds. Grind.
Yield: 4