Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Fish

Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Fish is a delightful plant-based dish that mimics the flavors of traditional sweet and sour fish using tofu and a vibrant sauce. This dish is perfect for those seeking a vegetarian alternative that is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 400 grams
• Cornstarch - 3 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Pineapple chunks - 150 grams, canned or fresh
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato ketchup - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated.
3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the tofu and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the diced red and green bell peppers and pineapple chunks to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are slightly tender.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, tomato ketchup, and vegetable broth. Pour this sauce over the vegetables in the skillet.
7. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
8. Add the fried tofu back into the skillet, tossing gently to coat it with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
9. Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from bell peppers and pineapple.

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