Stir-Fried Tofu and Vegetables with Sesame Sauce

Name: Stir-Fried Tofu and Vegetables with Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 14 oz, pressed and cubed Firm tofu; 2 cups, cut into small florets Broccoli; 1 cup, julienned Carrots; 1, sliced Bell pepper; 2 tbsp Sesame oil; 3 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Rice vinegar; 1 tbsp Honey; 2 cloves, minced Garlic; 1 tsp, minced Ginger; 1 tsp Cornstarch; 2 tbsp Water; 1 tbsp, for garnish Sesame seeds

A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu and crisp vegetables in a savory-sweet sesame sauce, ready in under 20 minutes.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

14 oz, pressed and cubed Firm tofu
2 cups, cut into small florets Broccoli
1 cup, julienned Carrots
1, sliced Bell pepper
2 tbsp Sesame oil
3 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Rice vinegar
1 tbsp Honey
2 cloves, minced Garlic
1 tsp, minced Ginger
1 tsp Cornstarch
2 tbsp Water

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add cubed tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup julienned carrots, and 1 sliced bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Step 4: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables and stir until sauce thickens and coats vegetables, about 2 minutes.
Step 5: Return tofu to skillet and toss to coat. Cook for 1 more minute. Garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.