Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir-Fry with Peppers and Onions
Posted by Martin Evans
Rice Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Onion, Vegetable Oil, Firm Tofu, Cloves Of Garlic, Red Bell Pepper, Ketchup, Cornstarch, Soy Sauce, Green Bell Pepper
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Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir-Fry with Peppers and Onions Recipe
This Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir-Fry with Peppers and Onions is a tasty and healthy vegan meal that's ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. The tofu is high in plant-based protein, and the peppers and onions are high in vitamins and minerals. The sweet and sour sauce is tangy and flavorful, and it comes together quickly.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cubed
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- ketchup, 2 tbsp
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil.
- Cook until the cubed tofu is lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Set the tofu aside after removing it from the pan.
- Add the sliced peppers, onions, and garlic to the same pan.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer in the pan with the vegetables.
- Return the tofu to the pan and stir until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the tofu is thoroughly heated.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
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