Tofu 65 (Vegan Paneer 65)

For the Tofu:

• 14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu , pressed for 15 mins
• 3 tbsp all purpose flour , use rice flour for gluten-free
• 3 tbsp corn starch
• 6 fresh or frozen curry leaves , chopped (see notes)
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp soy sauce , tamari for gluten-free
• 1/3 tsp salt
• 3-4 tbsp water

For the Sauce:

• 2 tsp oil
• 1-2 hot green chilies , such as serrano , sliced thin
• 10 curry leaves fresh, frozen or dried
• 4 cloves garlic , finely chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper sliced
• 1/2 small red onion sliced
• 1 tbsp sriracha or sambal oelek or a mix of both (use less for less heat)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce , tamari for gluten-free
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 tsp cornstarch
• 1/2 cup water