Tofu Scallops With Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Tofu Scallops With Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs. extra firm water-packed tofu; 3 tbs. olive oil, divided; 1 medium Bermuda or Spanish onion; 1 large clove garlic clove peeled and sliced; 2 tbs. fresh lemon juice; 2 large red bell peppers , roasted or jarred; salt and ground pepper to taste; ground paprika; Tabasco or hot pepper sauce; 1/2 cup green olives stuffed with pimiento, sliced; 2 tbs. finely minced fresh parsley or cilantro

Servings: persons

2 lbs. extra firm water-packed tofu
3 tbs. olive oil, divided
1 medium Bermuda or Spanish onion
1 large clove garlic clove peeled and sliced
2 tbs. fresh lemon juice
2 large red bell peppers , roasted or jarred
salt and ground pepper to taste
ground paprika
Tabasco or hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup green olives stuffed with pimiento, sliced
2 tbs. finely minced fresh parsley or cilantro

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1. Drain tofu and wrap in a kitchen towel.Place in a colander with a heavy can on top. Set aside for 15 or 20 minutes.
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2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbs. olive oil over medium-high heat; add onion and cook stirring 1 or 2 minutes. Add garlic, cook, stirring 1 more minute, and add lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then transfer to a blender and puree.
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3. Add peppers, process until mixture is a puree, scraping down the sides of the container as needed. Return puree to skillet; season with salt and pepper, paprika, and Tabasco sauce to taste. Stir in olives and let sauce heat gently 2 to 3 minutes over low heat.
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4.Cut each piece of tofu into scallop sized cubes;season with salt and pepper. In a clean skillet, heat remaining 2 tbs. oil over medium high heat, add tofu and cook, stirring, on all sides until lightly golden brown. Transfer to paper towels to remove excess oil.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs. extra firm water-packed tofu, 3 tbs. olive oil, divided, 1 medium Bermuda or Spanish onion, 1 large clove garlic clove peeled and sliced, and more.

Yes, Tofu Scallops With Red Pepper Sauce falls under the Seafood 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.

Tofu Scallops With Red Pepper Sauce

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