Caramelized Spicy Tofu

Name: Caramelized Spicy Tofu
Ingredients: 17 1/2 ounces (500 grams) tofu; 2 to 3 tablespoons avocado oil, for frying (untoasted sesame or peanut oil would also be good); 1/2 cup water; 8 3/4 ounces (250 grams) sugar; 1 small finger ginger, peeled and finely julienned or sliced; 1 small finger galangal, peeled and finely julienned or sliced; 1 to 2 red chiles, finely sliced; 1 lemongrass stem, cut off the base, peel and discard the outer two layers, and finely slice the lower 2 inches; 1 teaspoon dried shrimps, pounded in a mortar and pestle; 4 lime leaves; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon fish sauce