CAMBODIAN MANOR KHO TO HU (CARAMELIZED PINEAPPLE AND TOFU)

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Cambodian Manor Kho to Hu (Caramelized Pineapple and Tofu) image

Caramelized pineapple and tofu is delicious and very easy to cook. Feel free to add red bell peppers, or other vegetables.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Pineapple

Time 40m

Yield 2-4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2-3/4 lb extra firm tofu (8 ounces)
cornstarch, to coat
1 -2 teaspoon olive oil (or vegetable oil)
1 cup pineapple chunk (fresh or canned)
2 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce (mushroom sauce or use fish sauce but won't be vegetarian)
1/2 cup water
1 garlic clove, Minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 green onions, Chopped
handful fresh cilantro, Chopped

Steps:

  • Place tofu between paper towels and press with cast iron frying pan or something heavy for about 10 minutes to get rid of excess moisture.
  • Cut into bite size pieces(about 1").
  • Dredge in cornstarch to coat, shaking off excess. Fry in oil till lightly browned and crispy, about 10 minutes.
  • If using canned chunk pineapple, drain juice.
  • Put pineapple, garlic, vegetarian oyster sauce and water in a small pot.
  • Add sugar, salt, black pepper and green onion. Stir well.
  • Cook on medium heat till the water is reduced and vegetables coated. Add tofu and stir to coat.
  • Top with cilantro.
  • Serve hot with rice.

Michael Worlanyo Kudiewu
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sweet and savory dishes.


Jose Otero
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This dish is a great way to introduce Cambodian cuisine to your friends and family.


budget vloger
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I can't wait to try this dish with different types of fruit.


Wengel Belete
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This recipe is a keeper!


Cosmos Collector
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I would definitely make this dish again.


Leidy Hrdz
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pineapple.


Mirembe Destiny
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but I really enjoyed it in this dish.


Nomandla Ceza
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The tamarind paste and coconut milk give it a unique and delicious taste.


Helen Morgan
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I was able to make it in under an hour.


Ian Lyman
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This Cambodian dish was a hit with my family! The caramelized pineapple and tofu were a perfect combination of sweet and savory.