HOT AND SOUR SEARED TOFU WITH SNAP PEAS
Impatience was the main reason I failed at searing tofu. For years, I had given in to the temptation to poke it, turn it, examine it, annoy it. Then I finally learned that, like any very moist ingredient (fish, mushrooms, tomatoes), the less you bother it, the browner and crisper it will get. Once I figured that out, searing tofu was easy. These days it's a fixture in our something-quick-for-dinner arsenal. In this recipe, I stir-fry it with sliced sugar snap peas. But any vegetable cut into small pieces (asparagus, mushrooms, broccoli, zucchini, green beans) works well, too.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, easy, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Drain tofu, wrap it with a clean dish towel or several layers of paper towels and place on a rimmed plate; top with another plate and a weight (a can works). Let drain further.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine garlic, chiles, soy sauce, ginger, lime juice, sesame oil, fish sauce and honey.
- Unwrap tofu and cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices. Pat slices dry.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot, about 5 minutes. Add peanut oil and let heat for 30 seconds, then carefully add tofu. Don't touch tofu for 2 to 3 minutes, letting it sear until golden brown. Flip and sear for another 2 to 3 minutes. Move tofu to one side of pan (or stack pieces on top of one another to make room in pan), then add sugar snap peas, scallions and, if needed, a few drops more peanut oil. Stir-fry vegetables until they start to soften, 1 to 2 minutes. Add sauce and stir well, cooking until peas are done to taste, another minute or two. Spoon sauce all over tofu, unstacking it if necessary.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over tofu and vegetables and serve over rice, sprinkled with cilantro or basil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 228, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 697 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
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yassin maged
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The tofu was a bit bland, but the sauce was flavorful and the snap peas were cooked perfectly.
Savanna Weber
[email protected]This dish is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The tofu was crispy and the snap peas were fresh and crunchy.
MS JONY
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this dish was actually really good. The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was cooked perfectly.
MR AHSAN
[email protected]This recipe is a great introduction to Chinese cuisine. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.
pakama nqala
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook tofu and this recipe is a keeper. It's so easy to make and the results are delicious.
Bukenya Arafat
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover tofu.
Amna Hamoor
[email protected]I love that this recipe is healthy and flavorful. It's a great way to get my daily dose of vegetables.
Tyler Gillen
[email protected]This dish is so versatile. I've made it with different vegetables and it's always delicious.
Mlungisi Dlomo
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Mdilawearkhan Adilawear
[email protected]This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients. The tofu was tough and the sauce was watery.
xal man
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out bland. I think it needed more seasoning.
David Morrison
[email protected]I found the sauce to be a bit too salty. Otherwise, the dish was good.
Fida Bangash
[email protected]The tofu was a bit too crispy for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.
3393 Wajid Hossain
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Nissanka Jayakodi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.
kky king
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but this dish changed my mind. The tofu was so well-seasoned and cooked to perfection. The snap peas added a nice crunch and the sauce was delicious.
Amankwah Samuel
[email protected]This hot and sour seared tofu with snap peas was an absolute delight! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the snap peas were perfectly cooked, still retaining their vibrant green color. The sauce was flavorful and had jus