Recipe for Black Pepper Tofu:
Black pepper tofu is a popular vegan dish that features crispy fried tofu pieces coated in a savory and spicy black pepper sauce. The dish is typically made with firm tofu, which is cut into bite-sized pieces and stir-fried until golden brown. The tofu is then coated in a flavorful sauce made with black peppercorns, soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and other seasonings, resulting in a bold and spicy flavor profile. Black pepper tofu is often served with steamed rice or noodles and can be customized to your desired level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of black pepper and green chilies used in the recipe. This dish is perfect for anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make vegan meal that's packed with flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 block of firm tofu, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2-3 green chilies, sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp black peppercorns, coarsely ground
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat some oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add tofu pieces and stir-fry until golden brown on all sides. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add sliced onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced green chilies (if using). Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Add coarsely ground black pepper to the pan and stir well. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and a little water to make a sauce. Pour the sauce into the pan and stir well to combine.
- Add the fried tofu pieces back to the pan and stir gently to coat the tofu with the sauce.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu pieces.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Note: You can adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or less black pepper or green chilies.
