Sweet and Sour Tofu with Cashews
This sweet and sour tofu with cashews is a vibrant, protein-packed stir-fry with bold flavors, perfect served over rice.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- knife
- mixing bowl
- wok
- spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb tofu cubed
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ¼ cup tamari sauce
- 6 tablespoons water
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 8 scallions minced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips
- 1 lb mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup toasted cashews
Instructions
- Cut the tofu into small cubes and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, tamari sauce, water, tomato paste, honey, ginger, and garlic.
- Mix until well blended.
- Add the tofu to the marinade, stir gently, and let it marinate for several hours or overnight.
- Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Stir-fry the scallions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and mushrooms for several minutes.
- Add the marinated tofu along with all the marinade to the wok.
- Lower the heat and continue to stir-fry until everything is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the toasted cashews.
- Serve the sweet and sour tofu over steamed rice.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with steamed jasmine rice and garnish with extra toasted cashews or chopped scallions for added flavor.Wine Advice:
Pair with a light and crisp Sauvignon Blanc to complement the tangy and sweet flavors of the dish.Nutritional Information
Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 15 g | Fat: 16 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 8 g | Salt: 2 mg
