Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce (Tofu Nuong Xa) Recipe

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Pan-Fried Tofu with Spicy Lemongrass Sauce (Tofu Nuong Xa)
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Directions:

  1. Cut each tofu block crosswise into 8 slices. Arrange tofu in a single layer on several layers of heavy-duty paper towels. Cover tofu with additional paper towels; let stand 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add tofu; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Set aside and keep warm.
  3. Combine sugar and fish sauce, stirring with a whisk until blended. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic; sauté 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Add lemongrass and chile; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in sugar mixture, and cook 1 minute. Serve lemongrass spread with tofu.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 53.2 Kcal (223 kJ)
Calories from fat 20.45 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.27g 3%
Sodium 291.19mg 12%
Potassium 69.81mg 1%
Total Carbs 7.34g 2%
Sugars 4.77g 19%
Dietary Fiber 0.61g 2%
Protein 1.64g 3%
Vitamin C 1.9mg 3%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 9.4mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 154.44 Kcal (647 kJ)
Calories from fat 59.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.6g 3%
Sodium 845.34mg 12%
Potassium 202.67mg 1%
Total Carbs 21.31g 2%
Sugars 13.84g 19%
Dietary Fiber 1.78g 2%
Protein 4.75g 3%
Vitamin C 5.5mg 3%
Iron 0.8mg 2%
Calcium 27.3mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.1
    Points
  • 1
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

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