Description
Sizzling tofu with vegetables brings Mediterranean zest to your dinner table. Crisp vegetable medley and golden tofu cubes dance with herbal seasonings, promising a light yet satisfying meal that delights your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 block (14 ounces/396 grams) firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for crispy tofu, optional)
Vegetables:
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup snap peas or zucchini, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Garnishes:
- 2 tablespoons oil (sesame or vegetable)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce or teriyaki sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Carefully extract moisture from tofu using a clean kitchen towel or press, then transform into uniform cubes. Delicately coat with cornstarch for enhanced exterior texture.
- Warm a skillet with oil, creating a sizzling surface. Gently introduce tofu cubes, allowing each side to develop a rich golden-brown crust through consistent rotation.
- Utilize the same pan’s residual heat and minimal additional oil. Rapidly tumble chopped bell peppers, broccoli florets, julienned carrots, and crisp snap peas, maintaining vibrant colors and slight crunch.
- Infuse the vegetable medley with aromatic minced garlic and freshly grated ginger. Cascade soy sauce and hoisin sauce, creating a glossy, flavor-packed coating. Reintroduce tofu cubes, ensuring thorough integration of seasonings.
- Elevate the dish’s visual and flavor profile by scattering toasted sesame seeds and finely sliced green onion rings. Present atop steamed rice or tender noodles for a complete, nourishing meal.
Notes
- Maximize tofu’s crispiness by thoroughly pressing out moisture, which helps achieve a perfect golden-brown exterior without excess water.
- Customize vegetable mix based on seasonal availability or personal preference, allowing flexibility in creating your unique stir-fry.
- Boost protein content by adding extra firm tofu or incorporating additional plant-based protein sources like edamame or tempeh.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium soy sauce and controlling additional salt, making the dish heart-friendly and diet-conscious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg