Indonesian Sweet And Sour Tofu With Vegetables

Description

Gathered from an indonesian website-kokkieblanda, this is a nice blend of vegetables and flavors.

Ingredients

• Cornstarch
• Vegetable Broth
• Rice Vinegar
• Sugar
• Ketchup
• Soy Sauce
• Ground Ginger
• Cayenne Pepper
• Olive Oil
• Garlic Cloves
• Onion
• Carrots
• Green Bell Pepper
• Celery
• Fresh Mushrooms
• Firm Tofu

Instructions

1. Press tofu by placing paper towel over tofu and placing a heavy saucepan over the top
2. Let sit while you prepare rest of recipe
3. Mix the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of the broth in a small cup until well blended
4. Add the rest of the broth, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, ginger, and cayenne pepper and set aside
5. Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pay over high heat
6. Stir-fry the garlic, onion, and carrots until the carrots begin to soften, about 5 minutes
7. Add the pepper, celery, and mushrooms and stir-fry for another 3 to 5 minutes
8. Stir the sauce well and add it to the vegetables
9. Cook until the mixture thickens
10. Cut tofu in strips or cubes
11. Add tofu to vegetables and cook until the tofu is thoroughly heated
12. Serve immediately over rice