Classic Kung Pao Tofu Recipe

Name: Classic Kung Pao Tofu Recipe
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 57 min
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Ingredients: 1 (12-ounce) block extra firm tofu; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided; 1 teaspoon sugar; 4 tablespoons avocado oil, divided; 4 cloves minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns; 4 dried whole Chinese chiles; ½ cup dry roasted peanuts; 5 scallions, diced

Instructions

Prep:40minCook:17min

Kung pao tofu, in a tangy-sweet sauce with a serious kick from chiles and Sichuan peppercorns, is a flavorful, easy recipe that makes a perfect weeknight meal.

Updated at: Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:41:43 GMT