Kung Pao Tofu

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Kung Pao Tofu

Kung Pao Tofu

Tofu and lots of fresh vegetables are stir-fried in just a bit of oil in this traditional Chinese dish. In the Sichuan province of China where this dish originates, the tofu wouldn’t be deep-fried like it is so often in America. Similarly, in our version of this takeout favorite we stir-fry the ingredients in only a little bit of oil.

Serves 4

Prep Time 30 min

Total Time 30 min.

Nutrition Profile: Diabetes Appropriate   Healthy Weight   Heart Healthy   High Calcium   High Fiber   High Potassium   Low Calorie   Low Carb   Low Cholesterol   Low Sat Fat  

Ingredients

  • 1 14-ounce p extra-firm water-packed tofu, rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder, (see Shopping Tip), divided
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 tablespoon oyster-flavored or oyster sauce, (see Shopping Tip)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 12 ounces broccoli crowns, (see Ingredient Note), trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces (4 cups)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted roasted peanuts
  • 2 teaspoons hot sesame oil, (optional)

Cooking Directions

Step 1


Pat tofu dry and cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Combine with 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder in a medium bowl.

Step 2


Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook, stirring every 1 to 2 minutes, until golden brown, 7 to 9 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.

Step 3


Meanwhile, whisk water, oyster sauce, cornstarch and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder in a small bowl.

Step 4


Add broccoli, yellow and red bell pepper to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to soften, about 4 minutes. Add ginger and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Reduce heat to low, add the oyster sauce mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened, about 30 seconds. Return the tofu to the pan along with peanuts and stir to coat with sauce; stir in hot sesame oil (if using).



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