Hot and Spicy Tofu

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.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 22 mins
• Calories: 307 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• ⅓ cup hot water
• 3 tablespoons peanut oil
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 green chile pepper, chopped
• 1 pound firm tofu, cubed
• 3 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed

Recipe Instructions

Step 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.

Step 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.