1. cut into 1/2-inch-thick squares or triangles, then wrap in paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible:
1 block tofu (whatever type you like)
2. meanwhile, prepare:
2 medium onions, chopped into large pieces
2 medium tomatoes, chopped into eighths
2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
3. using any neutral-tasting oil (canola, peanut, soybean, etc.), pan-fry (in a nonstick pan) or deep-fry the tofu until it is light brown on both sides (better to undercook than to overcook). remove and place on fresh paper towel to absorb excess oil.
4. put a little oil in a wok or frying pan, and sautee the onions (and garlic if desired) until they start to become clear.
5. add the tomatoes and stir-fry until the tomatoes soften.
6. stir in tofu, and add seasonings to taste:
soy sauce
salt
pepper
7. stir (if it's silken tofu, try not to break it) for about 30 more seconds, or until done.
8. serve with rice. garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
enjoy!
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