Spicy Tofu Sisig

The Best Spicy Tofu Sisig

I can still remember eating Pork Sisig when I was in college in the Philippines. The cafeteria in my school often had this dish available because of it's popularity among the students. It is definitely my comfort food, not really something to eat everyday. Every once in a while I have craving for this classic Filipino dish.

Usually made with Pork or chicken, I wanted to make a recipe that is healthier while preserving the taste of the Philippines. So for this version we are going to use Tofu. Here is the recipe for you to try. Enjoy!

What is Sisig

Sisig is typically made with parts of a pigs face and belly, and chicken liver. It is then seasoned with calamansi, onions, and chili peppers. That is where the spiciness comes from. It actually originates in the Luzon province of the Philippines. Sisig is a large staple of Kapampangan cuisine. But using Tofu, we can have a healthier version while retaining the amazing spices and seasonings.

Recipe

Spicy Tofu Sisig

Kristel

This Spicy Tofu Sisig is a healthy version of Pork Sisig as the pork replaces tofu. The combination of sweetness and spiciness makes it more distinct from others. This dish is vegan and everyone can have it without cholesterol guilt. Enjoy!!!

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 45 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine filipino

Servings 2 people

Ingredients

  

• vegetable oil
• tamari soy sauce
• mushroom oyster sauce
• vegan mayonnaise
• lime
• red thai peppers
• green thai peppers
• tofu firm
• mushroom
• garlic
• onion
• brown sugar

Instructions

 

• Press the tofu to drain out the excess liquid,i waited for 15 minutes. Cut the tofu into cubes, place it in the baking tray, rub with vegetable oil and drizzle some salt. Bake them in a pre-heated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about 30 minutes or till they turn brown.
  
• Heat the vegestable oil in a pan. Sautée chopped onions and minced garlic. Add finely chopped green and red thai peppers. Add chopped mushrooms and cook for 5-8 minutes.
  
• Add baked tofu and stir fry for about a minute.
  
• Add Tamari soy sauce, mushroom oyster sauce, lime juice and a bit of sugar. Give it a good mix so the sauces will blend together with the tofu and mushrooms.
• Garnish with chopped scallions and serve it with rice or just eat it as appetizer.

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Keyword tofu sisig, vegan sisig