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Crispy fried tofu cubes tossed in a vibrant, tangy sweet and sour sauce with colorful bell peppers and pineapple. A delicious vegetarian take on the Chinese-American classic that's better than takeout and ready in under 40 minutes.
Prepare and Coat the Tofu (5 minutes)
Fry the Tofu (10-12 minutes)
Mix the Sweet and Sour Sauce (2 minutes)
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Crispy fried tofu cubes tossed in a vibrant, tangy sweet and sour sauce with colorful bell peppers and pineapple. A delicious vegetarian take on the Chinese-American classic that's better than takeout and ready in under 40 minutes.
This chinese_american recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 365.61 calories per serving with 11.95g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for dinner or lunch or main_dish.
Stir-fry Vegetables and Sauce (6-8 minutes)
Thicken Sauce and Combine (3 minutes)
This recipe works well with crispy seitan, tempeh, or even store-bought vegetarian 'chicken' nuggets.
Feel free to add other vegetables like broccoli florets, sliced carrots, or snow peas. Add harder vegetables like carrots with the onions.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger, or a swirl of sriracha into the sauce for a spicy kick.
You can substitute brown sugar with an equal amount of maple syrup or agave nectar for a different flavor profile.
Tofu is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. It's a fantastic plant-based alternative to meat for muscle building, repair, and overall body function.
Bell peppers are loaded with Vitamin C, an antioxidant that boosts the immune system. Pineapple also provides Vitamin C and manganese, which is important for bone health and metabolism.
As a soy product, tofu is rich in isoflavones, which are plant compounds that may help reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases and support heart health.
A typical serving of this Sweet and Sour Tofu contains approximately 480-550 calories, largely depending on the amount of oil absorbed during frying. Using an air fryer can significantly reduce the calorie count.
It can be part of a healthy diet. Tofu provides excellent plant-based protein, and the dish is packed with vitamin-rich vegetables. However, it is often high in sugar and sodium from the sauce, and frying adds fat. To make it healthier, reduce the sugar, use low-sodium soy sauce, and bake or air-fry the tofu.
To make this dish gluten-free, simply replace the soy sauce with an equal amount of tamari or gluten-free soy sauce. All other ingredients are typically gluten-free, but always check your labels.
The most common reasons for soggy tofu are not pressing it enough to remove water, not coating it well in cornstarch, or having the oil not hot enough. Ensure the tofu is very dry before coating and the oil is shimmering before you add the tofu.
For the best texture, it's not recommended to fully assemble the dish ahead of time as the tofu will get soggy. However, you can prepare all the components in advance: press and fry the tofu, chop the vegetables, and mix the sauce. Store them separately and combine in the skillet just before serving.
This dish is perfectly served over a bed of fluffy steamed jasmine rice. Brown rice or quinoa are also great, healthier alternatives.