Description
Vegan Pineapple Tofu is a delightful dish that brings a taste of the tropics to your table. This vibrant recipe features crispy tofu and caramelized pineapple, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this plant-based masterpiece is sure to impress everyone, even non-vegans. With its easy preparation and versatile ingredients, you can customize it with your favorite vegetables or enjoy it as leftovers the next day. Say goodbye to takeout and hello to this deliciously healthy option!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil for cooking
Instructions
- Press the tofu between clean towels for 15 minutes.
- Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes and toss with cornstarch until coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add tofu in a single layer. Cook for about 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy; flip and cook an additional 3 minutes.
- Remove tofu from the pan and add sliced peppers and onions; sauté for about 5 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in garlic and ginger for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add pineapple chunks and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until caramelized.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup; pour over the skillet mixture along with the crispy tofu. Stir gently for about 2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg