Szechwan Tofu Triangles In Triple Pepper Sauce Recipes

TOFU TRIANGLES IN CREAMY NUT BUTTTER SAUCE WITH SCALLIONS

Steps:

• 1. Slice the tofu crosswise into scant 1/ 2-inch slabs, then cut each slab into 2 triangles. Blot with paper towels.
• 2. Heat a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet and add the oil. When hot, add the tofu and fry over medium-high heat until golden. Turn and cook on the second side.
• 3. Meanwhile, combine all the ingredients for the sauce in a small food processor and puree until smooth. Taste for salt and add a little extra, if needed.
• 4. When the tofu is done, pour in half the sauce and cook until bubbling and partially reduced.
• 5. Turn off the heat, scatter the scallions and sesame seeds over the top, and bring to the table.

TERIYAKI TOFU TRIANGLES

Steps:

• 1. Combine all the ingredients for the marinade in a small bowl and stir together.
• 2. Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Blot well between clean tea towels or several layers of paper towels, then cut each slice through the thickness again to make 1/4-inch-thick slices. Blot briefly again.
• 3. Cut each slice into 2 squares, then each square on the diagonal into 2 triangles. Place in a shallow pan and drizzle with the marinade. Gently turn the tofu pieces over so that both sides are coated with marinade. Let stand for 10 minutes or so.
• 4. Heat a wide nonstick skillet. Transfer the tofu and marinade into the skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring gently and frequently, until the tofu is nicely browned on most sides.
• Scatter scallions over the tofu if desired, and serve at once.

SZECHWAN TOFU TRIANGLES IN TRIPLE PEPPER SAUCE

Steps:

• Cut the tofu into triangles about 1/2 inch thick and about 2 1/2 inches on the long side.
• Heat 4 tablespoons of the oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot enough to bounce a bread crumb, add the tofu pieces and fry them on each side for a few minutesÐ until lightly crisp. Remove the tofu and drain on paper towels. (You may have to fry the tofu in batches.).
• In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sherry, soy sauce, water, vinegar, honey or sugar, garlic, and dry mustard. Place the saucepan over medium heat and heat until just before the boiling point, then remove from heat Place the cornstarch in a small bowl and pour in a little of the hot liquid, whisking until it dissolves. Return this mixture to the saucepan, whisking as you pour. Set aside, leaving the whisk in there (youÕll need it again).
• Heat the wok or skillet again. Add the remaining tablespoon or two of oil and the onion, and cook the onion over high heat for about 2 minutes. Add the bell peppers, salt, and black and red pepper to taste, and cook for only 1 to 2 minutes longer. Gently stir in the tofu triangles.
• Whisk the sauce (from step 3) to recombine, and quickly pour it into the wok. Stir and cook over medium-high heat for about 5 to 8 minutes, or until the sauce is thick and everything is coated. Toss in the scallions at the very end, and serve hot, over rice.

SZECHUAN TOFU AND RED BELLPEPPER

Steps:

• In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, chile garlic, and white pepper. Set aside.
• Heat a large frying pan or wok with oil over med-high heat. Carefully add tofu and sear for a minute then add bellpeppers. Cook until peppers until tender and slightly crunchy. Add a bit more oil if needed.
• Add the last 3 ingredients: oil, garlic, and ginger to pan; stir until garlic are lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir soy mixture and add to pan; bring to a boil and stir until most of the liquid has evaporated and tofu and peppers are coated, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour into a serving dish.