Black Pepper and Lime Tofu - Maison Marmite

Ingredients

• 400 g firm tofu
• 2 limes ((zest and juice separated))
• 1 tablespoon crushed black pepper ((or to taste))
• 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon additional black pepper for the sauce ((optional))
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil ((sesame or sunflower oil))