PANDA EXPRESS EGGPLANT TOFU

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I used 2 packages of tofu because we all like tofu. The sauce recipe should also be doubled because it wasn't saucy enough. Recipe from Cafemom.com

Provided by Kahi_Mami

Categories Asian

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

1 lb Japanese eggplant, peeled and sliced into strips 2-inches long, 1-inch wide, and 1/4 inch thick
1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
1 tablespoon green onion, chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon chili paste
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

Drain and cut firm tofu into cubes or triangle. Press tofu pieces between cloth kitchen towel and press out any water. Add tofu to wok or seasoned cast iron skillet and cook over medium-low heat. Press the tofu with a spatula to help remove the water. When the tofu is firm and golden flip over and cook on the other side, pressing the liquid out, until golden.
In a medium bowl mix together the chili paste, wine, soy sauce, broth, sugar and vinegar.
Add the dry cooked tofu to the marinade in bowl. Let sit 20-30 minutes.
Slice eggplant diagonally, keeping at 1-inch thickness. Set aside.
Heat oil in wok until hot. Add eggplant and deep fry until brown. Add peppers and stir fry until cooked. Add garlic and ginger, saute approximately 1 minute, be careful not o brown the garlic. Remove all vegetables from wok, drain and set aside.
Drain marinade off tofu into the wok. Bring to a boil. Slowly stir in cornstarch to thicken. Add tofu, eggplant, peppers and green onions. Mix gently to coat with thickened sauce.

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SK Islam Vai

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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.

Dustin Gonzalez

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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time.

Ruth John

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This recipe is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Besam Khan

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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this recipe. The eggplant and tofu are so flavorful, I don't even miss the meat.

Fidel Cortez

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. I had some eggplant that was about to go bad, and this recipe was the perfect way to use it up.

NDRI NGUESSAN PAUL

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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!

narayan pachabhaiya

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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the eggplant and tofu, and they asked for seconds.

Edie Bear

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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and had a great flavor.

CC Babz

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The sauce is the star of this dish. It's perfectly sweet and savory, and it coats the eggplant and tofu perfectly.

von ram

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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in no time, and it tasted just like the Panda Express version.

Joshua Skidmore

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This Panda Express Eggplant Tofu recipe was a hit with my family! The eggplant and tofu were perfectly cooked, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.

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