Simple Sweet and Sour Tofu

Tofu:

1 16 ounce block of firm or extra firm tofu, pressed, and cut  into 1 to 2 inch pieces 

1/3 cup cornstarch 

1/4 cup oil for frying (less if using air fryer)

Sauce:

Oil for sauteing

1 medium bell pepper, chopped 

1/2 cup chopped/cubed pineapple 

1/2 medium red onion, chopped 

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 cup ketchup

1/4 cup vinegar, any kind

1/4 cup water 

1 Tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp garlic powder 

chopped scallion, for garnish

If you have an air fryer, coat tofu in cornstarch and a dash of oil (don't use full amount). If not, Coat tofu in cornstarch and pan fry in vegetable oil over medium-high heat until golden brown.

In a sauce pan turn heat to medium-high and add in the oil, onions, pineapples and bell peppers. Saute until the onions are translucent and the pineapples are slightly browned, about 5 minutes. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, ketchup, vinegar, water, soy sauce, and garlic powder for the sweet and sour sauce and stir together until fully combined. 

Pour in the sauce over the veggies. Bring to a slight boil, then reduce to a simmer. Add back in the crisped up tofu, and stir to combine. Simmer until thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Taste test and add more sugar or soy sauce if you desire.

Remove from heat and serve over rice with chopped scallions on top.