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Sweet Chili Tofu Bowls: A Healthy Delight for Dinner

Sweet Chili Tofu Bowls
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These Sweet Chili Tofu Bowls are a delicious and healthy dish featuring crispy pan-fried tofu coated in a tangy sweet chili sauce, served alongside sautéed carrots and bell peppers over nutty brown rice.

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz extra firm tofu
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Salt (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying tofu)
  • 1 lb carrots (around 5 medium, peeled and diced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 8 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing vegetables)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for vegetables)
  • 4 cups cooked brown rice
  • Sweet Chili Sauce (about 1/2 cup total, divided)

Instructions

  1. Drain the tofu and place it between kitchen towels. Put a heavy object like a cast iron skillet on top and let it press for 30 minutes to remove excess water.
  2. Prepare 4 cups of cooked brown rice according to package instructions or using a rice cooker.
  3. Warm 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add diced carrots and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes until carrots are slightly cooked but still firm.
  5. Stir in diced red bell pepper and minced garlic; sauté for an additional 5-7 minutes until vegetables are soft.
  6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in about 1/8 cup of sweet chili sauce. Adjust to taste if desired.
  7. Once pressed, cut tofu into small chunks. Toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch until well coated.
  8. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu chunks and pan-fry until golden and crispy on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.
  9. Pour in 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce and toss the tofu to coat evenly.
  10. In serving bowls, layer cooked brown rice, sautéed vegetables, and sweet chili tofu.
  11. Add additional sweet chili sauce over the rice or tofu as desired before serving.

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