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AsianVegetarian

Ginger Soy Tofu Stir-Fry

20 minEasy4 servings

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4

servings

280

calories

16g

protein

18g

carbs

16g

fat

Ingredients

  • 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Steamed rice for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Press tofu for 15 minutes between paper towels. Cut into 1-inch cubes and pat completely dry.

  2. 2

    Toss tofu cubes with cornstarch until evenly coated. This is the key to extra crispy tofu.

  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a large wok over high heat until smoking. Add tofu in a single layer - do not stir for 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Flip tofu and cook until golden on all sides, about 3-4 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.

  5. 5

    In the same wok, add broccoli and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add snap peas, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.

  7. 7

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour into the wok.

  8. 8

    Return tofu to the wok. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the sauce coats the tofu and vegetables.

  9. 9

    Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

  10. 10

    Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Pro Tips

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Press tofu for at least 15 minutes before cooking - the drier it is, the crispier it gets.

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High heat is non-negotiable for stir-frying - the wok needs to be genuinely smoking before you add anything.

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Cornstarch coating is the secret to the crispiest tofu - do not skip the pat-dry step.