Five Spice Tofu with Sesame & Chili Oil

Chinese five spice tofu is rich in nutritional value, especially iron.  This recipe is easy to make and delicious to eat with a bowl of rice.  It's also versatile - you can substitute the other ingredients with anything else that you prefer. Adding chopped cilantro provides a complimentary flavor. 

 Ingredients:

• 1 package of five spice tofu - cut into thin slices
• 1 or 2 carrots - julienne cut
• 1/2 of medium onion - julienne cut
• Bell pepper - julienne cut (optional)
• Sesame oil - 2 tbsp
• Chili oil - 2 tbsp
• Soy bean paste with chili - 1 tsp
• Soy sauce paste - 1 tbsp
• Sugar - 1/2 tsp, or honey - 1 tsp
• cilantro for garnish, rough chopped (optional)

Soybean paste with chili

Soy sauce paste

Direction:

1. Pour sesame oil into a medium pan over medium heat
2. Add carrots and stir fry for 2 minutes or so
3. Add sliced tofu and stir fry for 2 or 3 minutes
4. Add bell peppers (if used)
5. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir fry for another 1 or 2 minutes
6. Can be served at room temperature or cold