Vietnamese Fried Tofu with Tomato Paste

Deep-fried tofu pairs with a zesty tomato paste in this easy vegetarian Vietnamese dish that's best served with rice.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 150 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup water
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 pound firm tofu
• canola oil for frying
• 5 medium Roma tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Rinse tofu and press using a tofu press to remove all water, about 15 minutes. Cut into 1/2x1x1-inch pieces.

Step 3

Fry tofu in the hot oil until golden, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer fried tofu to a deep frying pan with tomatoes, water, tomato paste, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce to medium-low heat and let simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Top with green onions.