Spicy Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu

Lemongrass is a popular ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine due to its refreshing citrus flavor and aroma.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Spicy Vietnamese Lemongrass Tofu

Cooking Method: Stir-frying Cuisine: Vietnamese Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Tofu
• 2 stalk Lemongrass
• 4 clove Garlic
• 2 piece Red chili
• 2 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalk Green onions
• 4 sprig Cilantro

Instructions

1. Press the tofu to remove excess water and cut into cubes.
2. Finely chop the lemongrass, garlic, and red chili.
3. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and add the tofu. Cook until golden brown on all sides.
5. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
6. In the same pan, add lemongrass, garlic, and red chili. Stir-fry for a minute.
7. Add the tofu back to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over it. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.
9. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.