Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
300 g

Tofu

cut into squares

2 tbsp

Light soy sauce

1 inch

Ginger

julienned

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

0.5 cup

Water

1 unit

Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

cut into one inch squares

0.5 cup

Mixed vegetables

like broccoli

1 tbsp

Rice Wine Vinegar

1.5 tbsp

Corn flour

1 unit

Onion

cut into one inch squares

6 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

1 tbsp

Tomato Ketchup

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 tbsp

Red Chilli Paste

1 tbsp

Honey

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit lengthwise

Step 1
~4 min

Soak 3 dried red chilies for 30 mins and grind to a fine paste to make red chilli paste.

Step 2
~4 min

Keep the red chilli paste aside.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat sunflower oil in a non-stick pan.

Step 4
~4 min

Add ginger, garlic and green chilies.

Step 5
~4 min

Saute on high heat for 30 seconds.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent but still crunchy.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the tofu, bell peppers and other mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Combine light soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, corn flour, tomato ketchup, honey, water and salt in a bowl to make the curry sauce.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the curry sauce to the vegetables and stir to combine, until it starts to become thick.

Step 10
~4 min

Keep stirring as you cook on medium heat for a few minutes until you are happy with the consistency of the sauce.

Step 11
~4 min

Turn off the heat.

Step 12
~4 min

Check the salt and spices and adjust to suit your taste.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve the Tofu Stir Fry Curry along with a bowl of brown rice and a Beet Carrot and Apple Salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chilli paste according to your spice preference.

For a richer flavor, use dark soy sauce instead of light soy sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The curry sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with brown rice or quinoa.

Add a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Beet Carrot and Apple Salad
Spring Rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

East Asia

Cultural Significance

Commonly enjoyed in many Asian countries with variations in ingredients and spices.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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