Fried Lemongrass Tofu
Savor and spicy, plant-based treat with this Fried Lemongrass Tofu recipe. Crispy tofu combined with fragrant lemongrass makes for a flavorful and filling dish. A perfect fusion of Asian tastes in each bite!
Servings:
Calories: 383kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 5 cups firm tofu diced
- ½ cup sweet onions sliced
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic sliced
- ¼ cup sliced lemongrass
- 2½ tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon chopped chilies
- ½ teaspoon ginger grated
Instructions
- Pour half of the oil into a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the diced tofu until crisp.
- Remove the fried tofu from the pan and set it aside.
- Add the remaining oil to the same skillet.
- Then add sweet onions, vegetable broth, sliced garlic, lemongrass, soy sauce, brown sugar, chopped chilies, and grated ginger.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer for 5 minutes or reduce to half.
- Toss back the fried tofu to coat well.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
1. Extra-firm tofu will also work well in this recipe, but don’t use silken tofu as it will disintegrate when it touches the hot pan.
2) A nonstick skillet must be used in this recipe to prevent the tofu from sticking to the pan. It will ensure a nice, golden crust.
3. You can either use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar in place of brown sugar.
Serving: 1gCalories: 383kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 29gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 761mgPotassium: 91mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 69IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 402mgIron: 4mg
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