Vegan Black Pepper Tofu

Vegan Black Pepper Tofu is a delightful dish that brings together the rich umami flavors of marinated tofu and the heat of freshly cracked black pepper, mimicking the essence of traditional seafood dishes. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner, bursting with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Black pepper - 2 teaspoons, freshly cracked
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Vegetable broth - 100 ml
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, freshly cracked black pepper, and cornstarch. Add the tofu cubes and gently toss to coat.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, grated ginger, sliced bell pepper, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Add the vegetable broth and return the tofu to the skillet. Stir well to combine and allow to simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 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, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables, supporting overall health.

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