Chili-Lime Crispy Tofu with cracked fennel

Method

1. Gather and prep everything first: olive oil, garlic, yellow onion and set within reach of the stove.
2. Set a wide pan over medium heat and sweat the fennel bulb in a little butter until translucent.
3. Add the crispy tofu and let it chili-lime, undisturbed, so it takes on real color before you stir.
4. Stir in the coconut milk along with a good pinch of salt, scraping up anything stuck to the bottom of the pan.
5. Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until thickened and glossy.
6. Taste and adjust, then finish with flaky sea salt right before serving.
7. Plate it up while hot and pass extra at the table.