Hot and Spicy Tofu

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Firm tofu, bell pepper, and red onion, all quickly stir fried in a sweet and sour sauce. A word of caution - this is VERY spicy! If you like milder dishes, decrease the amount of pepper flakes or omit them altogether.

Submitted by RITALINCINDY
Published on June 5, 2020
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
12 mins
Total Time:
22 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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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

  • ⅓ cup hot water

  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

  1. Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Toss the tofu into the oil, and cook until browned on all sides. Once browned, toss in onion, bell pepper, chile pepper, and garlic; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Pour over tofu and vegetables, toss to coat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

307 Calories
20g Fat
16g Carbs
20g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g 26%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Sodium 698mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 20g 39%
Vitamin C 69mg 76%
Calcium 797mg 61%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 465mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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