Tofu and Cashew Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup (60 ml) chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) mirin
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) sambal oelek
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) cornstarch
• 1 block 1 lb (454 g) firm tofu, cut into 1-cm (4-cm) thick and 1/2-inch (4-cm) long sticks, patted dry
• 1/3 cup (75 ml) cornstarch
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) peanut or olive oil
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) chopped fresh ginger
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 cup (250 ml) unsalted cashews, toasted
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• Salt and pepper