Dau Hu Sot Ca Chua Tofu in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• 14 oz firm tofu, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
• 2 shallots, minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced
• Steamed rice, for serving

Method

1. Pat the tofu dry and fry it in 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat, turning, until golden on most sides, about 8 minutes; set aside.
2. Add the remaining oil and cook the shallots and garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the tomatoes and tomato paste and cook, mashing, until they break down into a chunky sauce, about 6 minutes.
4. Stir in the soy sauce, sugar and water, return the tofu and simmer 5 minutes so it soaks up the sauce.
5. Season with salt and pepper, scatter green onions and serve with rice.

Notes