Add 3 tablespoons of oil to the stockpot and heat over medium-high heat until hot.

Add half of the tofu and cook until browned.

Remove from heat and drain.

Repeat with remaining tofu.

Add another 3 tablespoons of oil to the stockpot and heat over medium-high heat until hot.

Add bell pepper, onion, red pepper and garlic and sauté for 10 minutes.

Return the prepared tofu to the pot and add remaining ingredients.

Bring to a boil then reduce heat cover and simmer for 20 minutes.