Fried Tofu with Sweet Chili Sauce

Ingredients:
14 oz. firm tofu, drained and pressed
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp dried basil
Vegetable oil for frying
Sweet chili sauce for serving
Instructions:
Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch thick slices and pat dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, mix together the cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried basil.
Dip each tofu slice into the mixture and coat both sides evenly.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the tofu slices into the pan and cook until both sides are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove the tofu from the pan and place it on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
Serve the fried tofu hot with sweet chili sauce.
Basil Fried Rice Recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked white rice
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Add the onion, carrots, green bell pepper, and garlic to the pan and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour the beaten eggs into the other side. Cook the eggs until set, then scramble and mix with the vegetables.
Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir to combine with the vegetables and eggs.
Stir in the soy sauce and sugar and cook until the rice is heated through.
Stir in the chopped basil and cook for an additional minute.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
Veggie Dumplings Recipe:
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup water
Filling of your choice (such as chopped vegetables, tofu, and seasonings)
Dipping sauce of your choice (such as soy sauce or vinegar)
Instructions:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Gradually add the water while mixing, until a soft and elastic dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes, until smooth.
Divide the dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a thin circle.
Spoon a small amount of filling into the center of each dough circle.
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, and pinch the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the dumplings. Cook until they float to the surface, about 5 minutes.
Remove the dumplings from the water with a slotted spoon