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Sweet and Sour Tofu with Rice

30 min4 servings🍳 1 panPicky-eater safe bet: plain rice$12.50520 cal · 18g protein

Ingredients

  • extra-firm tofu16 oz
  • cornstarch3 tbsp
  • pineapple chunks1 can
  • red bell pepper1 count
  • green bell pepper1 count
  • onion1 count
  • ketchupΒΌ cup
  • rice vinegar3 tbsp
  • brown sugar3 tbsp
  • soy sauce2 tbsp
  • vegetable oil3 tbsp
  • jasmine rice1Β½ cups

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the rice. Press the tofu with paper towels, cut into cubes and toss with 2 tbsp cornstarch and a pinch of salt.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high and fry the tofu 8-10 minutes, turning, until golden on most sides. Move to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add the remaining oil and stir-fry the chunked peppers and onion 4 minutes until crisp-tender.

  4. 4

    Whisk 1/3 cup of the pineapple juice with the ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and remaining 1 tbsp cornstarch. Pour into the pan with the pineapple chunks and simmer 1-2 minutes until thick.

  5. 5

    Return the tofu, toss to coat, and serve over rice.

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