Sweet and Sour Tofu and Vegetables

Sweet and Sour Tofu and Vegetables is a vibrant and colorful dish that combines crispy tofu with a medley of fresh vegetables in a tangy sauce. This delightful meal is both satisfying and packed with flavor, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 100 ml
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into 1.5 cm cubes.
2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water to create the sweet and sour sauce.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove the tofu and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Sauté the garlic, ginger, bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Return the tofu to the skillet, pour the sweet and sour sauce over the mixture, and stir well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.

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