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Spicy Tofu

From Superior Tofu, for About.com

This spicy stir-fry is made with pressed tofu, chili sauce, and nuts. If pressed tofu isn't available, feel free to substitute extra firm tofu.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 package (300 grams) Superior Pressed Tofu*
  • 3 cups vegetables (carrots, celery, onions, mushrooms, etc.)
  • 1/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts or cashew nuts
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Sauce: 
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon hot and spicy chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons of cold water

Preparation:

Cube tofu and vegetables into 1/4" cubes. Heat oil in wok. Stir fry vegetables for 2 minutes or until half cooked. Add tofu, and stir fry for another 1 minute until heated through. Add sauce and cook until sauce has thickens. Add more water if necessary. Toss in peanuts and serve. Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional value per serving: 300 calories, 12g protein, 19g fat, 19g carbohydrates.

*Pressed Tofu has been pressed and seasoned with spices. Find out more here.
Recipe reprinted with permission from the Superior Tofu site.

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Rating: 4 out of 5 stars. From Nico.
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