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Black Bean and Garlic Tofu
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
 
Black Bean and Garlic Tofu is a quick and simple stirfry perfect for an easy meatless weeknight meal.  
Author: delane
Ingredients
  • 1 package of drained firm tofu cut into 1" cubes
  • 1 red pepper cut into 1" pieces
  • 6 scallions sliced into 1.5" pieces 
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil 
  • 1/4 cup black bean and garlic sauce or 2 tbsp black bean paste
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 bunch basil leaves chiffonade 
Instructions
  1. On a plate, place tofu between two paper towels.  Place a heavy pan on top.  Press for 5 minutes.  Cube tofu. 
  2. Place tofu on a plate and dust with cornstarch.  
  3. In a hot pan with 1/2 tbsp of sesame oil, cook pepper and onions for  3-4 minutes, until cooked but still firm. 
  4. Remove from pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, heat remaining sesame oil then add tofu.  Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until brown.  
  6. Add vegetables back into the pan and mix together with Black Bean and Garlic Sauce. Mix until combined. 
  7. Cook for 1-2 minutes longer.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh basil. 
Recipe Notes

If using black bean paste, in a small bowl whisk black bean paste with 2 tbsp water.  Add more water until the consistency of honey.  Then whisk in 2 cloves of crushed garlic.