Bok Choy and Tofu Stir-Fry with Miso Sauce

Name: Bok Choy and Tofu Stir-Fry with Miso Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 block (14 oz), pressed and cubed into 1/2-inch pieces firm tofu; 3 cups, chopped (stems and leaves separated) bok choy; 2 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 2 tbsp miso paste; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sugar; 1 clove, minced garlic; 1/2 inch, grated ginger; 1 cup (for serving) cooked rice

Crisp bok choy and golden tofu simmered in a savory miso-tomato sauce, finished with fresh herbs for a balanced vegetarian meal.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 block (14 oz), pressed and cubed into 1/2-inch pieces firm tofu
3 cups, chopped (stems and leaves separated) bok choy
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp miso paste
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 clove, minced garlic
1/2 inch, grated ginger
1 cup (for serving) cooked rice

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 block (14 oz) pressed and cubed firm tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
Step 2: Add 1 tbsp sesame oil to the same skillet. Sauté 1 minced garlic clove and 1/2 inch grated ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 3 cups chopped bok choy (stems first, then leaves) and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until stems are tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Whisk together 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sugar in a small bowl. Pour over bok choy and stir to coat. Return tofu to skillet and toss gently for 1 minute until heated through.