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Irresistible Vegan Kung Pao Tofu


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A flavorful and nutritious vegan dish featuring marinated tofu stir-fried with bell peppers, scallions, and peanuts in a spicy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 scallions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup peanuts
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 12 tbsp chili paste (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Drain and press the tofu, then cut it into cubes.
  2. In a bowl, marinate the tofu with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
  4. Add the marinated tofu to the pan and stir-fry until golden brown.
  5. Toss in the bell peppers, scallions, and peanuts, stir-frying everything together for a few more minutes.
  6. Add hoisin sauce and chili paste, mixing well to coat the tofu and vegetables.
  7. Serve over rice or quinoa, garnished with extra scallions and peanuts.

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables or nuts. For a gluten-free version, use tamari.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg