Kung Po Tofu Recipe
Spicy tofu stir-fried with peanuts and vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Tofu and Marinade
Vegetables and Peanuts
Sauce
Method
Preparation of Tofu
- 1
Press the Tofu
Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top to press out excess moisture. Let it sit for about 20 minutes.
- 2
Marinate the Tofu
Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and Sichuan peppercorns. Add tofu cubes and let them marinate for 15 minutes.
- 3
Coat the Tofu
Sprinkle cornstarch over the marinated tofu and toss gently to coat evenly.
Cooking the Dish
- 4
- 5
Fry the Tofu
In a large pan or wok, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated tofu and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
- 6
- 7
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together chili paste, sugar, and water. Add this mixture to the pan with the vegetables.
- 8
- 9
Serve
Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional spring onions if desired.
