Description
A delightful blend of sweet pineapple and savory tofu, this Vegan Pineapple Tofu is perfect for any meal, quick to prepare and packed with vibrant tropical flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch (for coating the tofu)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil for cooking
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Press the tofu between clean kitchen towels for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes and toss with cornstarch in a bowl.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes without moving it.
- Flip the tofu and cook for another 3 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the pan.
- Add sliced peppers and onions to the same pan and cook for 5 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add pineapple chunks and let them caramelize for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup in a bowl and pour over the vegetables. Add back in the tofu and stir gently for 2 minutes until everything is well-coated.
Notes
For optimal flavor, press tofu well and adjust sweetness to taste. Serve over rice or noodles for an enhanced meal experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg