Kung Pao Tofu
Kung Pao Tofu is a delicious and popular Chinese dish. It is a flavorful and spicy stir-fry made with tofu, peanuts, vegetables, and a variety of sauces.
Ingredients
FOR THE STIR FRY
- 2 lbs tofu firm, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 small bell peppers diced
- 3 stalks spring onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
FOR THE SAUCE
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp white wine
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Start by draining your firm tofu. Place it between two paper towels and press gently to remove excess water. Then, cut it into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F. Adjust the temperature based on how crispy or soft you want your tofu.
- Carefully add the tofu cubes to the oil, one by one, without overcrowding the pan to ensure even browning. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, flipping occasionally, until they are golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and stir for about a minute until fragrant. Then, add bell peppers, roasted peanuts, and spring onions, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, sugar, white wine, water, ground ginger, crushed red pepper, and cornstarch to make the sauce.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the pan, stirring constantly, and cook until it begins to thicken slightly.
- Serve your delicious Kung Pao tofu hot over rice or noodles. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 332mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1286IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 301mgIron: 3mg
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