Chili Garlic Tofu

Chili Garlic Tofu is a spicy and savory vegan dish that beautifully combines the rich flavors of Korean cuisine with crispy tofu. This dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch, offering a delightful kick from the chili and a depth of flavor from garlic.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Cooking oil - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
2. In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar to create the marinade.
3. Add the tofu cubes to the marinade and let them soak for 10 minutes.
4. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Remove the tofu from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and fry the tofu cubes until golden and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
7. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring to a simmer, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
8. Add the crispy tofu back into the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 23 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties from garlic and chili.

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