Spicy tofu chili is a protein-rich and flavorful recipe that makes wonders to the mild taste of tofu with all its seasoning. This spice-filled stir fry recipe is a great alternative for meat and will go as a side dish with fried, jeera, plain rice for lunch and dinner or just as a starter.
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Pan Fried Spicy Tofu Chili
Ingredients
- 0.88 lb Tofu, firm
- ½ cup Onion, diced
- ½ cup Bell pepper, a mix of green, yellow and red
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Ginger powder
- 1½ tsp Soy sauce
- 3 tsp Chili paste
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 6 Garlic pods, diced
- 2 tsp All-purpose flour
- Salt, as needed
- Oil
- ½ tsp Spring onion, chopped
- White sesame seeds, to garnish
Instructions
To Prepare Tofu Chili
- Drain the tofu then wrap in a clean paper towel to let all the water from the tofu to drain out
- Tear the tofu into bite-size pieces
- In a bowl, add corn starch, all-purpose flour, salt, chili, ginger, garlic powder, and water to make a thick marinade
- Coat the marinade thoroughly on tofu pieces and set aside for 15 to 20 minutes
- Now in a pan, add oil and fry the marinated tofu pieces to light golden brown (don’t deep fry) in medium heat and keep it aside
- In the same pan add 3 tsp oil, add onion, garlic and saute it with high medium heat
- Now add the mixed bell peppers and give a nice stir and then add soy sauce and chili paste
- Toss them well and add the fried tofu pieces into it
- Incorporate it in high medium heat, add the salt if needed
- Add chopped spring onions, garnish with white sesame seeds and remove from pan
To Serve
- Serve warm with fried/jeera rice or just as a starter
Nutrition
Frequently asked questions
Tofu chili is a popular Asian dish in which the marinated tofu is pan fried in oil and then stirred along with soy sauce and hot sauce in high heat.
Yes it is a vegan friendly dish.
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