Hot and Spicy Tofu recipe

4 servings

3 tablespoons peanut oil

1 pound firm tofu, cubed

1 red onion, sliced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 green chile pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, crushed

1/3 cup hot water

3 tablespoons white vinegar

3 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.

Toss the tofu into the oil, and cook until browned on all sides.

Once browned, toss in onion, bell pepper, chile pepper, and garlic; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes.

Pour over tofu and vegetables, toss to coat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.