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Vegetable Kung Pao Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu

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Vegetable Kung Pao Stir-Fry with Crispy Tofu

Gong Bao Ji Ding

  1. Vegetable-Based Vegan Dishes

Prep: 30 min • Cook: 15 min. A vegetarian twist on the classic, this dish replaces chicken with crispy pan-fried tofu. It retains the iconic sweet, sour, and spicy flavor profile with the addition of colorful vegetables like bell peppers and snow peas, making it a vibrant and satisfying meat-free option that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Preparation time
30 min
Cooking time
15 min
Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Course
Main
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 1lb firm tofu(pressed and cubed)
  • 1/2 cup peanuts(roasted)
  • 5 pcs dried chilies(deseeded and halved)
  • 2 pcs bell peppers(any color, sliced)
  • 1 cup snow peas(trimmed)
  • 3 tbsp garlic(minced)
  • 1 tbsp ginger(minced)
  • 3 pcs scallions(cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp chinkiang vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil(for stir-frying)

Instructions

Prepare Tofu

  1. Pat the pressed tofu dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from wok and set aside.

Make Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Chinkiang vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.

Stir-fry

  1. Add the remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok over high heat.
  2. Add dried chilies, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add bell peppers and snow peas. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Return the crispy tofu to the wok. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients.
  5. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and coats everything evenly.
  6. Stir in the roasted peanuts and scallions. Drizzle with sesame oil.
  7. Toss to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Servings
4
Serving size (imperial)
12.3 oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 gTotal (4 servings)
Calories550 kcal157.1 kcal2,200 kcal
Protein25 g7.1 g100 g
Fat30 g8.6 g120 g
Carbs45 g12.9 g180 g

Tips

  • Pressing the tofu thoroughly is key to achieving a crispy texture. Use a tofu press or wrap it in paper towels weighted down.
  • Ensure your wok or skillet is very hot before adding ingredients for a proper stir-fry, which helps create that characteristic 'wok hei' flavor.
  • Serve this flavorful stir-fry hot over steamed rice and garnish with extra scallions or cilantro if desired.

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