Sweet and Sour Tofu

Chinese Sweet and Sour Tofu is a delicious meal that goes perfectly with traditional Chinese rice recipes.

Ingredients

• 14 oz tofu (firm, drained and cut in cubes)
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp white vinegar
• 3 Tbsp white sugar
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce
• ¼ tsp ginger, ground
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 small carrots, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, dissolve cornstarch into vegetable stock, then add cayenne, soy sauce, ginger, sugar and vinegar, mix well and set aside.


2. Place olive oil in a large skillet and heat over medium.


3. Add garlic, onion, and carrots.


4. Stir fry for 5 to 6 minutes.


5. Add mushrooms and pepper and continue to stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes.


6. Add cornstarch and vegetable stock mixture to skillet and cook until mixture is thickened.


7. Add tofu and let cook for 5 to 7 more minutes.


8. Remove from heat and serve over rice.