Express
Spicy Kung Pao-Style Tofu
with rice and peanuts
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Peanuts, Soy
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Vegetarian
- Gluten-Smart
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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12 oz. Extra Firm Tofu
- 8 oz. Cooked White Rice
- 6 oz. Mixed Diced Peppers
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2 fl. oz. Kung Pao Sauce
- 2 oz. Sweet Chili Sauce
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1 oz. Roasted & Salted Peanuts
- 2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
- 2 Green Onions
- 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
- 2 tsp. Minced Garlic and Chili Pepper
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Nutrition (per serving) 9OzavMq5
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Calories640
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Carbohydrates70g
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Net Carbs62g
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Fat28g
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Protein25g
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Sodium1820mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Coarsely crush peanuts in shipping bag.
Trim and thinly slice green onions, keeping white and green portions separate.Drain tofu. Line a plate with paper towels. Cut tofu into 1/2" dice. Place on towel-lined plate. Top with paper towels, then press gently but firmly to remove excess moisture. -
2 Cook the Tofu
In a mixing bowl, combine tofu, 1/4 tsp. salt, and cornstarch. Gently toss until coated.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Add tofu to hot pan and stir occasionally until golden-brown, 6-8 minutes.Don't rush cooking the tofu; it will need the complete cooking time for the correct color. Remove from burner.While tofu cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Cook Vegetables and Add Tofu
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add diced peppers to hot pan and stir occasionally until tender, 3-5 minutes.
Add white portions of green onions, minced garlic and chili pepper (to taste), tofu (draining any excess oil), kung pao sauce (to taste), sweet chili sauce, and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally until combined and slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner.While tofu mixture cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Heat Rice and Finish Dish
Carefully massage rice in bag to break up any clumps. Remove rice from packaging. Place rice, mirepoix base, and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave uncovered until heated through, 2-3 minutes.
Carefully remove from microwave. Rest, 2 minutes.Fluff rice with a fork.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping rice with tofu and vegetable mixture and garnishing with green portions of green onions and crushed peanuts. Bon appétit!
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