What kind of pineapple should I use for this recipe?

Use a 20 oz. can of pineapple chunks in 100% juice, not syrup, and make sure to include all the liquid from the can as it's crucial for the sauce's flavor.

How do I thicken the sweet and sour sauce?

The sauce is thickened in the final step with 1 tablespoon of arrowroot. Cornstarch can also be used as an alternative if you don't have arrowroot.

Can I add other vegetables to this dish?

Yes, 1 cup of fresh broccoli florets is an optional addition. You will also simmer bell pepper and some green onion with the sauce ingredients.

What's the best way to prepare the tofu for this recipe?

The recipe suggests cubing extra firm tofu. The author personally prefers a breaded 'chick-Un like' tofu prepared in an air fryer, which is then placed on the rice with the sauce spooned over top.

What kind of rice is recommended to serve with this dish?

The recipe recommends brown basmati rice. It also suggests adding a lot of garlic to the rice during preparation to make a flavorful garlic rice.

3 years ago

Pineapple Sweet and Sour with Tofu
[Vegan]

RL By: Respectful Living

Author Bio

Jeff Tritten is a former BBQ restaurant owner that went vegan. He turned his... Read More

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Pineapple Sweet and Sour Tofu over garlic rice, with golden tofu, bright pineapple, bell pepper, broccoli, green onion, and sesame seeds.

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Ingredients You Need for Pineapple Sweet and Sour with Tofu [Vegan]

For the Pineapple:

1 20 oz. can pineapple chunks Include liquid from can (In 100% juice, NOT syrup!)
1 cup bell pepper, diced
5 stalks and sprigs of green onion, diced (see notes)
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced or pressed
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup maple syrup (alternatively date sugar, date paste, or brown sugar)
3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup fresh brocolli florets (optional)
1 tablespoon arrowroot (to thicken)
1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (to top for serving)

For the Tofu: (Serve over rice)

1 package extra firm tofu, cubed

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How to Prepare Pineapple Sweet and Sour with Tofu [Vegan]

Start your rice. I prefer a brown basmati rice and always add a lot of garlic to make a garlic rice. Prepare your vegetables by dicing belle pepper and green onion, and peeling garlic cloves.
Simmer Veggies in a little water. (Note: Use a little more than half of the green onion, the rest will be used to top when serving.)
Add pineapple INCLUDING LIQUID from can (important! this adds a lot to the flavor of the sauce), tamari, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes and simmer for 5-7 minutes. You can add broccoli if you would like. You can also add a cubed tofu. I prefer a breaded chick-Un like tofu in the air fryer, but I put the breaded tofu on the rice and spoon the sauce over top.
Final step is to thicken with arrowroot or cornstarch.
When serving, top with raw green onion and toasted sesame seeds.