Description
A delightful fusion of Asian flavors featuring crispy tofu in a spicy, sweet Szechuan sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block firm tofu
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Chinese five spice powder
- 1 tablespoon Szechuan peppercorns (optional)
- Chili flakes to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut into cubes.
- Coat the tofu cubes in cornstarch until evenly covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu until crispy and golden on all sides, then remove from the pan.
- Add sliced bell pepper to the same pan and sauté for a couple of minutes.
- Mix together tamari, maple syrup, Chinese five spice, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Pour the sauce into the pan with the peppers and stir.
- Add the crispy tofu back to the pan and gently toss to coat in the sauce.
- Serve hot and garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
For variations, try using different vegetables or adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg