Kung Pao Tofu Spicy

Kung Pao Tofu is a popular Chinese-American dish that can be found in many restaurants throughout the USA. The dish typically features cubes of tofu that have been fried until crispy, and then tossed in a spicy sauce made with chili peppers, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. The dish is often garnished with peanuts or cashews, and served over rice.

To make Kung Pao Tofu at home, you will need:

2 tablespoons of soy sauce

1 tablespoon of rice vinegar

1 tablespoon of sugar

1 tablespoon of cornstarch

1 cup of cornstarch

1/4 cup of water

Salt and pepper to taste

First, drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into cubes.

Combine the cornstarch, water, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Add the tofu cubes and toss to coat.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set it aside.

In the same skillet, add the garlic, ginger, and chili peppers. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch. Add the sauce to the skillet and cook until thickened.

Add the fried tofu back into the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Stir in the peanuts or cashews and green onions.

Serve the Kung Pao Tofu over rice and enjoy!

It is important to note that the level of spiciness in the dish can be adjusted according to your preference, you can add more or less chili peppers. Also you can use prepared sauces available in the market. And also you can add vegetables to it as per your choice.