Hot and Spicy Tofu
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Hot and Spicy Tofu
| Wed, 09-03-2008 - 8:45am |
Hot and Spicy Tofu
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Ready In: 22 Minutes
Yields: 4 servings
"Firm tofu, bell pepper, and red onion, all quickly stir fried in sweet and sour sauce. A word of caution - this is VERY spicy! If you like milder dishes, decrease the amount of pepper flakes or omit them altogether."
INGREDIENTS:
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 pound firm tofu, cubed
1 red onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green chile pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/3 cup hot water
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar (use substitute)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
flakes
DIRECTIONS:
1.
Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Toss the tofu into the oil, and cook until browned on all sides. Once browned, toss in onion, bell pepper, chile pepper, and garlic; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
2.
In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Pour over tofu and vegetables, toss to coat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.



I had this for lunch today; it was very flavorful.