Crispy Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry

Crispy Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines crunchy, colorful vegetables with golden-brown tofu, all tossed in a flavorful soy-ginger sauce. It's a quick and satisfying meal that brings the essence of healthy American cuisine right to your dinner table.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Snap peas - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Press the tofu for about 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
2. Toss the tofu cubes in cornstarch until evenly coated.
3. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the tofu and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the vegetables, stir-frying for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together for another 2-3 minutes to combine and heat through.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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