Easy Sweet and Sour Tofu

First things first, let's talk about the star of the show – the tofu. You'll need to grab some firm or extra-firm tofu for this recipe. I know some of you might be a little skeptical about tofu, but hear me out. When it's properly prepared, tofu can be a real flavor sponge, soaking up all the delicious sauces and spices you throw at it.

This delicious sweet and savory tofu recipe is similar to my Sweet Sticky Sesame Tofu, Orange Chicken Tofu, Tofu and Bok Choy Stir-Fry, and Tofu Sisig with Mayonnaise.

Ingredients

• Extra-firm tofu - For best results use extra-firm or firm tofu. The texture is very similar to chicken.
• Sauce - The combination of soy sauce, pineapple juice from canned pineapples, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and cornstarch is simple yet perfect to make the tofu sauce.
• Vegetables - I use onion and bell pepper in this recipe but you can use your favorite stir-fry veggies such as broccoli and cauliflower.

How To Make An Easy Sweet And Sour Tofu

Prepare The Tofu

For this recipe, extra firm tofu is your best option to achieve the best texture. You'll just need to coat the tofu cubes in a bit of cornstarch and fry them until they're crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Check out my Crispy Fried Tofu to achieve a perfectly fried tofu dish.

Prepare The Sauce

Now, the fun part – the sweet and sour sauce. This is where the magic happens. You'll need a few simple ingredients like soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Blending all of these ingredients adds the perfect tangy-sweet balance to the sauce. I made a separate 5-ingredient sweet and sour sauce for you to try next.

Once you've got your crispy tofu and that flavorful sauce ready to go, you'll toss them together along with some crunchy onions, bell peppers, and juicy pineapple chunks. That pineapple adds the most wonderful tropical twist that really makes this dish sing.

Helpful Tips

• To achieve crispy tofu, press down the tofu to remove the excess water. You can also put a heavy cast-iron on the top of the tofu to get rid of excess liquid as much as possible. Cornstarch will also help the tofu add layers of crispiness.
• Get the oil nice and hot before adding the tofu cubes so they immediately start sizzling.
• Allow the dish to cool and transfer the leftovers to a glass container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Why I Think You Should Make This

• This dish comes together in no time at all. You can have a flavorful, restaurant-quality meal on the table in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something satisfying but don't have the time or energy for a complicated recipe.
• Trust me, once you've tried this easy sweet and sour tofu, you'll be hooked. It's a crowd-pleaser for sure, and even the most ardent meat-eaters in your life might just be converted. So why not give it a try? Your taste buds (and your wallet) will thank you!