Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vegan Pineapple Tofu, a dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its sweet and tangy profile. This crispy tofu stir-fry melds fresh pineapple with colorful bell peppers and aromatic garlic and ginger, creating a delightful twist on traditional Asian cuisine. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve over rice, quinoa, or even in lettuce wraps. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes and a total cook time of 15 minutes, you’ll have a deliciously satisfying meal ready in no time. Enjoy it fresh or as leftovers, as the flavors deepen overnight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch (for coating the tofu)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil for cooking
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Press the tofu between kitchen towels for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes and coat each piece with cornstarch.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add tofu in a single layer, and cook until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Remove tofu and sauté sliced bell peppers and onion until caramelized (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ginger; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in pineapple chunks and cook for another 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
- Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup in a bowl; pour over the vegetable mixture.
- Return crispy tofu to the skillet; gently stir for about 2 minutes until everything is well combined.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg