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Vegan Lomo Saltado

Vegan Lomo Saltado is a fully plant-based version of the classic Peruvian stir fry. Crispy cornstarch-coated tofu, ají amarillo, tomatoes, and red onion tossed in a soy and vinegar sauce over french fries.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chifa, peruvian
Keyword saltado, Salteado, sautee, vegetarian lomo saltado
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 people
Author Brandon Castillo

Equipment

  • Wok

Ingredients

  • 750 gr of Tofu water drained and in dices
  • 3/4 cups of Cornstarch
  • 3 Red Onions in wedges
  • 3 Tomatoes in wedges
  • 1 tablespoon of “Ají amarillo” paste
  • 2 “Ají Amarillo” Chili or Any chili in julienne
  • 3 tablespoon of Sweet Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoon of Dark Soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup of Cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Scallions Green part
  • 1 tablespoon of Sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 4 Portions of french fries
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  • Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of salt , then dip your Tofu there , reserve.
  • In a hot wok or pan add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil then add the tofu, cook until it is golden, then reserve.
  • In the same wok add one tablespoon of vegetable oil then add onions, chili, "Ají Amarillo paste", let it cook for at least 2 or 3 min, saute, then add tomatoes, tofu, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, saute. add some cilantro, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and scallions, stir.
  • Serve the dish on top of french fries, in that way all the juices will fall over the fries
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