Spiced up Tofu

• 1 (14 ounce) package soft tofu or 1 (14 ounce) packageregular tofu
• 12 teaspoon ground toasted szechuan peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon chili black bean sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 1 fresh Thai red chili pepper, minced (or other to taste)
• 1 green onion, chopped (scallion) (optional)

1. Cut tofu into 1/2 inch cubes and set aside.
2. Mix the peppercorns, soy sauce, sesame oil and chile black bean sauce together and set aside.
3. Heat a skillet or wok on high heat until hot.
4. Add the olive oil to the skillet or wok and swirl around to coat sides and bottom.
5. Add the garlic and chile pepper and cook, stirring until fragrant (about 10 seconds).
6. Add the sauce mixture, stir and cook for about 1-2 minutes.
7. Add the tofu and cook, stirring gently, until tofu is coated and heated through (about 1-2 minutes).
8. "Pour" into a serving bowl and garnish with the green onion.

peppercorns, soy sauce, dark sesame oil, chili black bean sauce, olive oil, garlic, fresh thai red chili pepper, green onion

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spiced-up-tofu-91012 (may not work)