Dau Hu Sot Ca Chua Tofu in Tomato Sauce
Golden fried tofu simmered in a silky, savoury tomato sauce with spring onion and black pepper.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.96 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Cook the rice with 450 ml of water, covered, for 12 minutes, then rest for 10 minutes.
22 min - 2
Heat the oil in a non stick frying pan and fry the tofu for 8 minutes, turning, until golden on all sides. Lift out onto a plate.
8 min - 3
In the same pan, fry the garlic and white parts of the spring onion for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the tomatoes, tamari, sugar and pepper and simmer for 8 minutes until thick and glossy.
8 min - 5
Return the tofu and simmer for 3 minutes to soak up the sauce.
3 min - 6
Scatter with the green spring onion and coriander and serve over the rice.
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