Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Tofu
Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Tofu is a vibrant dish featuring tofu sautéed in a tangy sauce made from vinegar and sugar, giving it a delightful balance of flavors. This dish provides a notable protein boost with 10.92g of protein per serving.
This item is included in various meal programs such as school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP across New York City.
👨🍳 Chef's Tip: For best presentation, serve the tofu on a bed of steamed broccoli or alongside colorful stir-fried vegetables to enhance visual appeal and add nutritional value.
⚠️ Allergen Info: Contains soy; Healthy Heart Food Service offers soy-free alternatives for those with sensitivities.
💡 Did you know? Sweet and sour dishes have a long history in Chinese cuisine, with roots tracing back to the Tang Dynasty, where the balance of flavors symbolized harmony.
🏙️ NYC Connection: In New York City, Shanghai Style Sweet & Sour Tofu has become a popular choice in diverse dining establishments, reflecting the city's rich cultural tapestry and its embrace of vegetarian options in institutional meal programs.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.