Spicy Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry

This Spicy Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful meal that's perfect for a healthy midnight snack. Packed with colorful vegetables and protein-rich tofu, it delivers a satisfying kick without sacrificing nutrition.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams, cubed
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli - 150 grams, cut into florets
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Snow peas - 100 grams
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha sauce - 1 tablespoon (adjust to taste)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, julienned carrot, and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Return the cooked tofu to the skillet and pour in soy sauce and Sriracha sauce. Stir well to combine and heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and essential amino acids from tofu.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of colorful vegetables.
• Low in cholesterol, making it heart-healthy.

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