Buddha's Delight

Buddha's Delight is a colorful and nutritious vegan dish that features a delightful mix of vegetables and tofu, all tossed in a savory sauce. This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Snow peas - 100 grams
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon (optional, for thickening)
• Water - 100 ml
• Cooked rice or noodles - 200 grams (for serving)

Steps

1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture for about 15 minutes, then cut it into cubes.
2. In a large pan or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the tofu cubes to the pan and cook until golden on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced carrots, broccoli florets, bell pepper, mushrooms, and snow peas. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, water, and cornstarch (if using) to create a sauce. Pour this sauce over the stir-fried vegetables and tofu.
6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring well to coat everything in the sauce and thicken it slightly.
7. Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.

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