Szechuan Tofu and Red Bellpepper

Szechuan cuisine is known for its bold and spicy flavors, and this dish showcases the unique taste of Szechuan sauce combined with the delicate texture of tofu and the sweetness of red bellpepper.

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: 12.

Print Recipe

Medium

Szechuan Tofu and Red Bellpepper

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

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

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 14 ounce Tofu
• 2 piece Red Bellpepper
• 4 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 3 tablespoon Szechuan Sauce
• 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 2 stalk Green Onions
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Press the tofu to remove excess water. Cut tofu and red bellpepper into cubes.
2. Heat oil in a pan and add garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for a minute.
3. Add tofu and red bellpepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 5 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, Szechuan sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and stir-fry for another 5 minutes.
6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
7. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

---

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