Kung Pao Tofu

Name: Kung Pao Tofu
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Ingredients: 1 14-ounce package extra firm tofu, drained; ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons reduced sodium or gluten-free soy sauce*; 3 tablespoons cornstarch (divided); 1 2-inch piece ginger, minced; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 2 medium scallions (chopped, whites and green separated); 2 medium zucchini (quartered lengthwise cut 1/2 inch cubes); 2 medium red bell peppers (cut 1 inch cubes); 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2-3 teaspoons Sambal Oelek (fresh ground chili paste*); 2 tablespoons (1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, divided); 2 tablespoons lightly salted peanuts (chopped)