Alper Sarikaya — Crispy Tofu with Cashews and Blistered Snap Peas

Ingredients

• 1 block tofu , firm or extra-firm
• 3 tbsp avocado oil
• kosher salt , to taste
• black pepper , to taste
• 3/4 lb snap peas , trimmed
• 2 bell peppers , diced
• 2 tbsp ginger , fresh, peeled and grated
• 2 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 13 oz coconut milk , unsweetened
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp molasses
• 1/2 C cashews , toasted
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 4 green onions , trimmed and thinly sliced
• 1/4 C mint , chopped
• 3/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• rice , for serving