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Quick Spicy Silken Tofu Recipe

Delicious Quick Spicy Silken Tofu Recipe in Just 20 Minutes

Quick Spicy Silken Tofu Recipe; a vibrant, spicy delight ready in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 2 tablespoons Sunflower or Canola Oil Perfect for frying, can use any bland oil
  • 1 medium Carrot Can substitute with bell pepper or zucchini
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms Swap with portobello or omit if preferred
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Red or yellow bell peppers are sweeter alternatives
  • 17 oz Silken Tofu Use firm or extra-firm only
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth Highly recommended for richness
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can swap with wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Garlic Sauce Essential for spice, do not substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil Omit for a lighter taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 clove Garlic Crushed
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Alternatives include tapioca or potato starch

Equipment

  • Wok
  • Medium bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep all ingredients: dice the carrot, onion, and bell pepper; slice mushrooms; cube the tofu.
  2. Whisk together vegetable broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and garlic for the sauce.
  3. Heat oil in a wok. Stir-fry carrots, onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add cubed tofu and sauce to the wok, gently stir, and bring to a boil. Cook for 3 more minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water; pour into the pan and stir. Boil again and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Taste and season with salt. Serve hot over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure silken tofu is drained but not pressed. Use high-quality chili garlic sauce for the best flavor. Adjust spice level according to preference. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to five days.

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