Step 1

Press excess moisture out of the tofu using either paper towels or a kitchen towel. Slice into 1 inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Toss with cornstarch until tofu is well coated.

Step 2

Combine soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper in a small bowl; stir with a whisk. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 2 tbsp of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add tofu; cook for 7 to 8 minutes, turning to brown all sides, until golden-brown and crisp. Transfer tofu to a plate and reduce heat to medium.

Step 4

Add remaining 1tbsp  oil to pan, along with garlic, spring onions; cook 2 minutes, stirring often, until aromatic.

Step 5

Add tofu back to pan, along with black pepper sauce and green onions; cook 1 to 2 minutes, tossing often, until the sauce fully coats tofu. Serve with fresh broccoli.