Kung Pao Tofu

Ingredients:

  • 16 oz extra firm tofu
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 red bell pepper
  • 1/2 green bell pepper
  • 1/2 bunch green onions 3-inch pieces
  • 1/2 Cup peanuts
  • 1/2 Tbsp ginger minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 5 dry red chilies, cut in half
  • 4 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 5 Tbsp rice vinegar

Directions:

  • Drain the tofu for 30 minutes using some paper towels and put a dish on tofu.
  • In a small bowl mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar.
  • Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.
  • Sprinkle cornstarch on them and toss to coat.
  • In a wok or non-stick skillet, heat 1 Tbsp of oil and stir fry tofu until all sides are lightly brown.
  • Set the tofu aside and heat up the remaining oil.
  • Fry the bell peppers until they are soft.
  • Add green onions, cashew, ginger, garlic, and chili.
  • Fry for 2 minutes then add the soy sauce mix and tofu.
  • Stir fry for 2 minutes or until the soy sauce mixture seems thicker.
  • Serve with white rice. 

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