Sweet and Sour Tofu Pickled Plum

The tanginess of the pickled plum, the sweetness of the pineapple, and the savory goodness of the tofu combine to create a delightfully balanced dish of sweet and sour tofu with pickled plum. Its a tasty dinner thats quick and simple to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 block tofu, pressed and cubed
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup pickled plum slices
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

Coat the tofu cubes by tossing them in cornstarch

In a big skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat

Add the tofu cubes and cook them until they are crispy and golden brown all over

Take out of the skillet and place aside

Add bell pepper, onion, garlic, pickled plum slices, and pineapple chunks to the same skillet

Saut the veggies until they are crisp-tender

Combine the ketchup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch-water mixture in a small bowl

Cover the veggies in the skillet with the liquid

Gently whisk in the sauce until it thickens

Cook for a further two to three minutes after returning the cooked tofu to the skillet and tossing it to coat it in sauce

To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning

Over cooked rice, serve hot