Crispy Tofu in Tomato Sauce

Serves

2

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Ingredients

10.6 oz (300 g) firm tofu, cut into triangles
1 shallot, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 chili pepper, finely diced
0.5 oz (15 g) tomato paste
1.3 lbs (600 g) can chopped tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
2 green onions, thinly sliced
0.4 oz (10 g) cilantro, chopped

Nutrition

(Per Serving)

Calories

354

Fats

22 g

Protein

19 g

Carbs

20 g

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place tofu in bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread on baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in skillet. Add shallot, garlic, and chili pepper, sautéing 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Then add canned tomatoes, 2 fl oz (60 ml) water, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes until tomatoes break down.
  • Fold in most green onions and cilantro, reserving some for garnish.
  • Adjust seasoning, then serve topped with crispy tofu and remaining green onions and cilantro.