Description
Experience a burst of flavor in just 20 minutes with this vibrant stir-fry! Featuring crispy tofu, colorful vegetables, and a savory sauce, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual lunch gatherings. Enjoy the satisfying crunch of fresh veggies combined with the delightful taste of garlic and sesame oil. Quick, nutritious, and utterly delicious—this recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for sautéing)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Press the firm tofu by wrapping it in kitchen towels and placing a heavy object on top for about 10 minutes. Cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, broccoli florets, sliced bell peppers, and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry for an additional 5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Pour over the stir-fried tofu and veggies; toss gently to combine.
- Serve hot immediately; garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg