Tofu Stir Fry
Healthy tofu stir-fry with crispy pan-fried tofu, vegetables, and a savory sauce. The vegetarian protein dish that doesn't feel like compromise. Best over brown rice.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
13 min
Servings
6
Calories
383 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Tofu450 g
- Carrot1 ½ medium
- Cabbage1 ½
- Peas¾ cup
- Spring Onion1 ½
- Soy Sauce3 tbsp
- Garlic4 ½ cloves
- Ginger1 ½ tsp
- Sesame Oil1 ½
All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Tofu450 g
- Carrot1.5 medium
- Cabbage1.5
- Peas0.75 cup
- Spring Onion1.5
- Soy Sauce3 tbsp
- Garlic4.5 cloves
- Ginger1.5 tsp
- Sesame Oil1.5
Instructions
- 1
Press 14 oz extra-firm tofu: wrap in towels, weight, press 30 minutes. Cube into 1-inch pieces.
- 2
Toss tofu with 2 tablespoons cornstarch. Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a wok over high heat. Pan-fry tofu in single layer for 8-10 minutes, turning to crisp all sides. Remove.
- 3
Whisk sauce: 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons hoisin, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, ½ cup vegetable stock, 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons cold water.
- 4
In the same wok, add another tablespoon oil. Stir-fry 3 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas, mushrooms) for 3 minutes.
- 5
Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated ginger. Stir 30 seconds. Return tofu. Pour sauce. Toss for 60 seconds.
- 6
Off heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions. Serve over brown rice.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Press tofu thoroughly. Essential for crispy texture.
- 2.Cornstarch coating. Creates the crispy exterior.
- 3.Crispy first, then sauce. Adding sauce too early sogs the tofu.
- 4.Don't crowd the pan.
🔬 Why It Works
Crispy tofu stir-fry succeeds with proper tofu prep (pressed + cornstarch-coated + pan-fried until very crispy) before adding sauce. The crispy texture stays after brief tossing in sauce. Vegetables provide variety; the sauce ties everything together.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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