Easy Pan-Seared Tofu, Vegetable, and Sausage Skillet
Simple Tofu, Vegetable, and Sausage Pan-Fry Recipe
A super simple and impressive dish: pan-sear tofu, a medley of fresh vegetables, and juicy sausages all together, then drizzle with a savory sauce. Perfect as a quick appetizer or a satisfying meal!
Main Ingredients- 1 block Tofu
- 1/2 Onion
- 1/4 Carrot
- 5-6 cloves Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your ingredients. Slice the tofu into roughly 1.5cm thick pieces. Finely julienne the onion and carrot. Thinly slice the garlic cloves. Having all your ingredients prepped and ready will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
Heat a skillet (cast iron works beautifully!) over medium heat. Add a little cooking oil. Arrange the tofu slices in a single layer and pan-fry until golden brown and slightly crispy on both sides. Once the tofu is nicely browned, push it to the sides of the pan. Add the sliced onion, carrot, and garlic to the center. Season them lightly with salt and pepper and stir-fry until the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly softened. The natural sweetness of the vegetables will enhance the dish.
Step 3
Prepare the sausages by making diagonal slits about 2-3 times along their length. This helps them cook evenly and gives them a nice presentation. Place the prepared sausages in the center of the pan alongside the vegetables. Continue to cook until all the ingredients, including the sausages, are beautifully golden brown. You can tilt the pan to allow the rendered juices to coat the other ingredients for extra flavor.
Step 4
Once everything is perfectly golden and cooked through, it’s time for the sauce! Drizzle the sweet chili sauce and tonkatsu sauce evenly over the ingredients in the pan. The combination of the tangy chili sauce and the savory-sweet tonkatsu sauce will elevate the flavors wonderfully. Stir everything together gently for about a minute to allow the sauces to coat and meld with the ingredients.
Step 5
Voila! Your delicious and easy Tofu, Vegetable, and Sausage Skillet is ready. It looks as good as it tastes! This dish is fantastic as a healthy and fun snack for kids, or as a sophisticated appetizer to enjoy with drinks for adults. The burst of flavor from the juicy sausage, the satisfying texture of the tofu, and the fresh crunch of the vegetables create a delightful combination. Paired with the delicious sauces, it’s a guaranteed hit! It’s also hearty enough to be a complete and fulfilling meal.
