Description
This vibrant Tofu Stir Fry with Broccoli is a wholesome and flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup vegetable stock or water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 teaspoons grated or minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
- 10–14 ounces extra firm tofu, cubed
- 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2–3 tablespoons neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil)
- 3 cups broccoli florets, bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
- 1 cup prepared stir fry sauce
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vegetable stock, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sugar or honey, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside while you prepare the tofu and vegetables.
- Place the tofu between layers of paper towels and press gently to release excess moisture. Continue pressing until most water is removed. Cut the tofu into ½ to 1-inch cubes. Toss the cubes with cornstarch, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat the neutral oil in a wok or large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side until golden brown. Stir and continue cooking, turning tofu pieces until all sides are golden and crisp. Remove tofu from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add broccoli florets and diced carrots. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the sliced red bell pepper and garlic, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant and vegetables are slightly tender.
- Stir in the prepared stir fry sauce, then add the cooked tofu back into the pan. Simmer everything together for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the vegetables reach desired tenderness.
- Plate the tofu stir fry hot alongside steamed rice or your preferred noodles. Garnish with fresh green onions, cilantro, or a squeeze of lime if desired for added brightness and flavor.
Notes
- This recipe is vegetarian and can be made gluten-free by using tamari.
- Customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg