# Crispy tofu and vegetable stir fry (from AnitaCooks)

Video: [Crispy Tofu Stir Fry](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM) by [AnitaCooks](https://www.youtube.com/@AnitaCooks).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$2.46 per serving, ~$7.39 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$13.54* per serving (85%) vs ordering out (~$16.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario vegetarian entrée at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- some red pepper _(amount estimated)_
- some orange pepper _(amount estimated)_
- 1 yellow onion _(amount estimated)_
- some ginger _(amount estimated)_
- some garlic _(amount estimated)_
- 1 block firm tofu
- some low sodium soy sauce _(amount estimated)_
- some rice wine vinegar _(amount estimated)_
- some hoisin _(amount estimated)_
- some chili sauce _(amount estimated)_
- some sesame oil _(amount estimated)_
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- some oil _(amount estimated)_
- some green onions _(amount estimated)_

## Steps

1. [0:03](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=3s) Chop peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
2. [0:17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=17s) Drain tofu, wrap in a towel, and press gently to remove excess moisture.
3. [0:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=37s) Whisk together soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, hoisin, chili sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.
4. [1:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=76s) Cut tofu into cubes and roll them in cornstarch to coat.
5. [2:04](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=124s) Heat oil in a wide pan and fry the tofu cubes until golden and crispy on all sides.
6. [3:22](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=202s) Remove the crispy tofu from the pan and set aside.
7. [3:36](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=216s) Remove excess oil from the pan, leaving about two tablespoons.
8. [4:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=250s) Add onion and peppers to the hot pan and stir-fry for a couple of minutes.
9. [4:22](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=262s) Stir in grated ginger and garlic.
10. [4:34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=274s) Add the cooked tofu back into the pan.
11. [4:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=277s) Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss to combine.
12. [5:18](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=318s) Cook for about a minute, taste, and add more soy sauce or chili sauce if desired.
13. [5:25](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYaj5ruBytM&t=325s) Garnish with sliced green onions and serve.

## Equipment

- bowl
- towel
- plate
- pan
- tongs
- spatula
- whisk

## What the video didn't say

- Exact amounts for sauce ingredients not specified.
- Exact amounts for vegetables not specified.
- Cooking times and heat levels are estimated.
- Servings and total time are not stated.

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