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Crispy Tofu Stir Fry – New Zealand Style

While we like to keep this recipe vegan, you can substitute chicken, fish or pork for the tofu. Serve with rice or noodles.

Servings	Prep Time
4servings	10minutes

Cook Time	Passive Time
10minutes	45minutes

Servings	Prep Time
4servings	10minutes

Cook Time	Passive Time
10minutes	45minutes

Ingredients

8ounces extra firm tofuIt is important to use extra firm
2tablespoons corn starch
2tablespoons neutral vegetable oilWe use grapeseed oil
2 scallionSliced, on a bias
1/2medium Sweet onionJulienne sliced
3cups VegetablesWe used snow peas, shredded carrots, and broccolini
1bottle Serious Foodie Tamarillo Grill SauceGo to shop.serious-foodie.com to order
Salt and PepperTo taste
1jar Serious Foodie Asian Fusion spice blendOptional

Instructions

Open the tofu, and completely drain off the liquid. Cut the tofu in half, through the middle.
Wrap the tofu in a paper towel or kitchen towel. Place a cutting board on top of the wrapped tofu, then use a weight on top (a caste iron pan works well). Let the tofu site for 45 to 60 minutes.
Cut the tofu into strips, then into cubes.
Place the cubed tofu in a bowl, then evenly spread the cornstarch over the tofu while tossing.
Meanwhile, heat the oil on high in a 12 inch skillet. When the oil is hot, add the tofu. Stir fry until a crust forms, about 5 minutes. Add the vegetables, and stir fry for another 5 minutes. Add about 1 cup of the Serious Foodie Tamarillo Grill Sauce, and toss. Salt and pepper to taste, or use the Serious Foodie Asian Fusion Blend to season (less salt, more taste!). Add the scallions, and serve with an Asian hot sauce (for example, Serious Foodie Indonesian Sambal).

Recipe Notes

If you want to find out more about using rubs and blends, check out our full article: A Serious Foodie Primer on Using Dry Rubs – More Than Just Meat.