Stir-fried Spicy Tofu And Cod With Scallions And Peanuts

Total Time: 25 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (12 -15 ounce) carton firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 1 lb fresh cod, rinsed and patted dry
• 1 lemon, juice and zest of
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons gingerroot, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon sambal oelek
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil
• salt
• 3/4 cup roasted peanuts, unsalted
• 1 bunch scallion, thinly sliced
• 4 lemon wedges

Recipe

• 1 cut both the tofu and cod into pieces about 1.5 inches long and .5 inch thick. place tofu in one bowl and cod in another.
• 2 divide next seven ingredients between the two bowls and toss gently. take care not to break the tofu.
• 3 heat half of oil in a wide, ninstick skillet. when hot, add tofu and fry over medium-high heat until golden and crispy, 8-10 mninutes. turn so that all surfaces have a chance to color. when done, sprinkle with salt, remove to a plate, and cover to keep warm. return pan to the heat.
• 4 add remaining oil, add the peanuts and cod, and cook over high heat until cod is barely cooked, about 3 minutes. return the tofu to the pan, add the scallions, and cook 1 minute more. season with salt, then slide the tofu and fish onto a platter and garnish with lemon wedges if desired.