Chili Garlic Tofu (La Jiao Suàn Dou Fu)
La Jiao Suàn Dou Fu, or Chili Garlic Tofu, is a popular dish in Pakistani Chinese cuisine that combines the heat of chili with the savory flavor of garlic. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a spicy kick in their meals.
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu, cubed
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into cubes.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the tofu cubes to the pan and cook until golden brown on all sides.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the tofu and stir to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Small bowl Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the La Jiao Suàn Dou Fu with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra heat, add more chili garlic sauce to the dish. Adjust the spiciness to your preference.
Cost
$8