Crispy Sweet and Sour Tofu by Jessica In The Kitchen

Ingredients

• 450g (16 oz) firm tofu, pressed and torn into 1-2 inch pieces
• 2 tbsp soy sauce, divided
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup neutral oil for frying
• 1/2 medium red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup pineapple, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
• 1/3 cup cane sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
• 2 tbsp green onion, chopped for garnish

Instructions

1. Place pressed, torn tofu in a bowl with 1 tbsp soy sauce and toss to coat.
2. Add garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cornstarch to the tofu, tossing until every piece is evenly coated.
3. Heat oil in a wok or pan over medium-high heat, add tofu, and fry for 5-8 minutes until golden and crispy on all sides; remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, sauté onion, bell pepper, and pineapple for 5 minutes until onions are translucent and pineapple is slightly browned.
5. Whisk together sugar, ketchup, vinegar, water, remaining 1 tbsp soy sauce, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
6. Pour sauce into the pan with the vegetables, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
7. Return the crispy tofu to the pan, toss to coat in the sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions before serving.