Hot and Spicy Tofu Recipe

Name: Hot and Spicy Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

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
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1
Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2
Toss the tofu into the oil, and cook until browned on all sides.
3
Once browned, toss in onion, bell pepper, chile pepper, and garlic; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes.
5
Pour over tofu and vegetables, toss to coat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.

120

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons peanut oil, 1 pound firm tofu, cubed, 1 red onion, sliced, 1 red bell pepper, sliced, and more.

Yes, Hot and Spicy Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Hot and Spicy Tofu

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