About the Recipe
This sweet and sour tofu is glossy, tangy, sweet, and packed with texture. Crispy tofu, pineapple, bell peppers, and onion come together in a bold homemade sauce.
Ingredients
Sweet & Sour Sauce
¾ cup sugar
⅓ cup ketchup
½ cup apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
3 garlic cloves, minced
Splash of pineapple juice
1 tbsp cornstarch
Crispy Tofu
Crispy tofu
Stir-Fry
2 tbsp olive oil
1 red bell pepper, cut into large pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into large pieces
1 white or yellow onion, cut into large pieces
1 cup pineapple chunks
For Serving
Steamed white rice
Sliced green onions
Sesame seeds
Preparation
Step 1
Whisk together the sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, pineapple juice, and cornstarch until smooth.
Step 2
Prepare the crispy tofu and set aside.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
Step 5
Add the bell peppers and cook for another 3–4 minutes.
Step 6
Add the pineapple and cook for 1 minute.
Step 7
Pour in the sauce, stirring constantly as it comes to a simmer.
Step 8
Cook for 3–5 minutes, or until thick and glossy.
Step 9
Add the crispy tofu and toss until evenly coated. Cook for another minute.
Step 10
Serve over white rice and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.