Sweet And Spicy Tofu Stir Fry With Jasmine Rice Recipe

Chinese cuisine · 1 servings · 641 calories

Sweet and Spicy Tofu Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice recipe

About this recipe

Experience the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with this tofu stir-fry paired with fluffy jasmine rice. This dish combines crispy marinated tofu with a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, mooli radish, and cucumber, stir-fried to perfection in a flavorful sauce made from soy sauce, honey, and Chinese Five Spice. Packed with 42g of protein, this wholesome dinner not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports muscle recovery after an active day. The cooking process is straightforward, making it an ideal choice for intermediate cooks looking to whip up a nutritious and delicious meal within an hour. Serve this vibrant dish warm, and let the bold Chinese-inspired flavors bring excitement to your dinner table.

Ingredients

  • 280G The Tofoo Co Naked Organic Extra Firm Tofu
  • 1 Kg Jasmine Rice Thai Hom Mali, 1Kg
  • 4 Pack Fresh Carrots - Pack Of 4
  • - Fresh Asian Mooli Radish Daikon Exotic Vegetable
  • 1 Piece Cucumber 1Pc
  • - Amoy Dark Soy Sauce
  • 100G Chinese Five Spice Pouch, 100G
  • 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
  • 65G Natoora Root Ginger
  • 500 ml Filippo Berio Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500 Ml
  • 1 Jar Rowse Clear Honey
  • 50G Heera Crushed Chilli 50g
  • 500 G Brown & Polson Cornflour
  • Bunch Spring Onion (Bunch)
  • 100G Rajah Black Pepper Ground 100G

Instructions

  1. 1. Drain and press 300 g tofu for 15 minutes, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
  2. 2. Cook 200 g jasmine rice with 400 ml water according to package instructions and set aside.
  3. 3. In a bowl, mix 60 ml soy sauce, 20 ml honey, 1 tsp chilli flakes, 1 tsp Chinese Five Spice, 1 tbsp cornflour and 3 tbsp water to create a marinade.
  4. 4. Coat the tofu cubes in the marinade and let them sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  5. 5. Heat a wok over medium heat and brush it with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  6. 6. Lift the marinated tofu out of the marinade (keep the marinade) and add it to the wok; stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden and slightly crispy.
  7. 7. Remove the tofu and set aside, then add 1 tbsp olive oil to the wok and sauté 2 minced garlic cloves and 10 g minced ginger.
  8. 8. Add 150 g thinly sliced carrots, 150 g mooli radish and 150 g cucumber to the wok and stir-fry for 6-8 minutes.
  9. 9. Stir in the cooked tofu and pour the remaining marinade into the wok, cooking until the sauce thickens.
  10. 10. Finish with the chopped spring onions and a sprinkle of ground black pepper for added freshness.
  11. 11. Plate the jasmine rice and top with the sweet and spicy tofu stir-fry.
  12. 12. Serve warm and enjoy this balanced and flavorful dish.

How to make Sweet And Spicy Tofu Stir Fry With Jasmine Rice

  1. Press the tofu and cook rice. Drain and press the tofu for 15 minutes, then cut it into bite-sized cubes. Cook the jasmine rice according to the package instructions and set it aside.
  2. Marinate the tofu. Mix soy sauce, honey, chilli flakes, Chinese five spice, cornflour and water into a marinade. Coat the tofu cubes in it and leave them for 10 minutes to absorb the flavours.
  3. Fry the tofu. Heat a wok over medium heat and spray it with garlic oil spray. Stir-fry the marinated tofu for 5-7 minutes until golden and slightly crispy, then remove and set aside.
  4. Stir-fry the vegetables. Add olive oil to the wok and sauté the minced garlic and ginger. Add the thinly sliced carrots, mooli radish and cucumber and stir-fry for 6-8 minutes.
  5. Glaze and serve. Return the tofu, pour in the remaining marinade and cook until the sauce thickens. Finish with spring onions and black pepper, then serve warm over the jasmine rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sweet and Spicy Tofu Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice take?
About 50 minutes: 15 minutes of prep, including pressing the tofu, and 35 minutes of cooking.
Is Sweet and Spicy Tofu Stir Fry with Jasmine Rice vegetarian?
Yes, it is vegetarian. Tofu is marinated in soy sauce, honey, chilli flakes and five spice, then stir-fried with vegetables.
Why press tofu before stir-frying?
Pressing squeezes out water so the tofu can soak up the marinade and brown in the wok. Unpressed tofu steams and turns soft.
Can I use maple syrup instead of honey?
Yes, maple syrup gives the same sweet glaze with a slightly deeper flavour. Use the same amount.
How can I make the tofu stir fry less spicy?
Cut back on the chilli flakes or leave them out, and add a little extra honey. The five spice and ginger still keep it fragrant.