Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir Fry (Tiansuan Dòufu Chǎo)

Tiansuan Dòufu Chǎo, or Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir Fry, is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the tangy sweetness of sweet and sour sauce with the savory goodness of tofu and vegetables. This Japanese Chinese cuisine recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

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Sweet and Sour Tofu Stir Fry (Tiansuan Dòufu Chǎo)

Ingredients

  • 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup sweet and sour sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and cornstarch to make the sauce. Set aside.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and pineapple chunks to the pan. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Return the tofu to the pan and pour the sweet and sour sauce over the tofu and vegetables. Stir gently to coat everything in the sauce.
  7. Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve the Tiansuan Dòufu Chǎo hot over steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
15g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large pan or wok Cutting board Knife Bowl Whisk Wooden spoon or spatula

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Tiansuan Dòufu Chǎo with steamed white or brown rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions as a garnish before serving.

Cost

$10