Spicy Cashew Tofu Stir-Fry
Ingredients
- 14oz firm tofu or store-bought local fried tofu cut into cubes (~2cups)
- 1 medium onion - sliced
- 3 cloves garlic - sliced
- 5-6 dried chili, seeds removed, then boiled in hot water until soft
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions - cut into matchsticks long
- 1/4 cup dry roasted cashews
- oil for cooking, salt to taste
- light cornstarch slurry (optional)
Sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon stir fry sauce, 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of white pepper
Preparation
If using fresh tofu, press and cut it into bite-size cubes, then pan-fry with or without cornstarch coating for a crispy outer layer, and season with salt once done
In a heated non-stick pan with 3 teaspoons oil, sauté onion until translucent
Add garlic and continue to sauté until fragrant
Add the bell pepper, prepared tofu, chili, and sauce, then toss until all ingredients are well combined
Add cornstarch slurry if using
Season accordingly or add more water if you prefer a saucier dish, and adjust cornstarch slurry if necessary
Stir in the cashews and green onions
Serve warm with rice