Lemongrass Tofu with Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Lemongrass Tofu with Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable oil (for frying); 14 ounces firm tofu, drained, cut into 3/4-inch squares; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon (heaping) chopped seeded jalapeno chili; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, thickly sliced; 2 teaspoons fish sauce (nuoc mam)*; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

Vegetable oil (for frying)
14 ounces firm tofu, drained, cut into 3/4-inch squares
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon (heaping) chopped seeded jalapeno chili
1 onion, thinly sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed, thickly sliced
2 teaspoons fish sauce (nuoc mam)*
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

1
Add enough vegetable oil to heavy medium saucepan to reach depth of 2 inches.
2
Heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350F.
3
Deep-fry tofu squares in 2 batches until golden, about 2 minutes.
4
Using slotted spoon, transfer tofu to paper towels to drain.
5
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
6
Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
7
Add minced lemongrass, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeno; saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
8
Add sliced onion, red bell pepper, and sliced shiitake mushrooms; saute until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
9
Add fish sauce and sugar; saute 1 minute.
10
Add fried tofu squares and saute until heated through, about 1 minute.
11
Transfer to bowl.
12
Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and serve.
13
Fish sauce (nuoc mam) is available at Asian markets and in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: Vegetable oil (for frying), 14 ounces firm tofu, drained, cut into 3/4-inch squares, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons minced fresh lemongrass, and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Tofu with Mushrooms 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.

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Lemongrass Tofu with Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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