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Spicy Braised Tofu

Cost $5, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 15 Min
  • 2 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 1/2 block tofu
    • 2 green chilies
    • 1 red chili
    • 🧅 1 stalk green onion
    • 🧂 1 pinch salt

  • Seasonings

    • 3 tbsp soy sauce
    • 8 tbsp water
    • 🧄 1 tsp minced garlic
    • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
    • 1 tbsp sesame oil
    • 1 tbsp chili powder

STEPS

1

Prepare tofu, green onion, green chilies, red chili, minced garlic, sesame seeds, sesame oil, and chili powder.

2

Cut tofu into evenly sized pieces.

3

Slice green onion and chop it finely.

4

Chop the chilies into small pieces.

5

Mix soy sauce, sesame seeds, minced garlic, sesame oil, and chili powder to make the sauce.

6

Heat a pan with a little sesame oil or cooking oil and fry the tofu with a pinch of salt.

7

Flip the tofu and fry the other side.

8

Add the sauce to the pan and pour in 8 tbsp of water.

9

Simmer until the sauce is almost fully reduced.

10

Once the sauce is reduced, the dish is ready to serve.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

250

Calories

  • 15g
    Protein
  • 10g
    Carbs
  • 12g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Pair with steamed rice for a complete meal.Adjust chili powder and chilies for desired spice level.Use firm tofu for better texture during frying.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.