Description
Enjoy a healthy and delicious Tofu Stir-Fry with a vibrant Garlic Ginger Sauce. This recipe is perfect for a quick, flavorful meal without the takeout guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14-16 oz) firm or extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the pressed and cubed tofu with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until well coated.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add broccoli florets, red and yellow bell peppers, snap peas, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- While the vegetables are cooking, whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl: 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, red pepper flakes (if using), and water.
- Return the cooked tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the tofu and vegetables.
- Stir gently to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve immediately, optionally over brown rice or quinoa.
Notes
- Pressing the tofu is key to achieving a crispy texture.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite stir-fry vegetables.
- Adjust the sweetness and spice level of the sauce to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: Approximately 300-350 (this is an estimate and will vary based on exact ingredients and quantities)
- Sugar: Approximately 8-12g
- Sodium: Approximately 800-1000mg (using low-sodium soy sauce)
- Fat: Approximately 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 13-17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 25-30g
- Fiber: Approximately 5-7g
- Protein: Approximately 15-20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg