House Tofu Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables
Seasoning
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tofu
Drain the firm tofu and press it between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and chop the bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Slice the green onions, separating the white and green parts.
Cooking
- 3
Coat the Tofu
In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated. This will help create a crispy texture when cooked.
- 4
Fry the Tofu
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated tofu cubes. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
- 5
Stir-fry the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the white parts of the green onions, garlic, ginger, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli, and stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 6
Combine and Season
Return the tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
- 7
Serve
Garnish with the green parts of the green onions and serve hot with rice or noodles.
