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Black Pepper Tofu & Cauliflower Recipe

Black Pepper Tofu & Cauliflower Recipe
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This Black Pepper Tofu & Cauliflower recipe is a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian dish with a kick of spice from freshly ground black pepper. The crispy tofu cubes and tender-crisp cauliflower florets are coated in a savory sauce, making it a perfect main course served over steamed rice.

Ingredients

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Tofu:

  • 14 ounces firm tofu (pressed and cubed)

Cauliflower:

  • 3 cups cauliflower florets

Other Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for vegetarian use mushroom sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Crisp Tofu: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok. Cook tofu until golden and crisp. Set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Cook Cauliflower: Add cauliflower and stir-fry until tender-crisp.
  4. Add Seasonings: Stir in black pepper, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and cornstarch slurry. Cook until sauce thickens.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Return tofu to the pan and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  6. Serve: Enjoy hot with steamed rice.

Notes

  • Adjust black pepper to taste
  • For vegan option, omit oyster sauce or use vegetarian mushroom sauce
  • Enhance with bell peppers or snap peas

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