Stir-Fried Tofu with Green Beans and Peanuts

Crisp tofu and vegetables tossed in a savory-sweet peanut sauce, a staple of Burmese vegetarian cooking.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 14 ounces, pressed and cubed firm tofu
• 10 ounces, cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
• 1/4 cup, chopped roasted peanuts
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon, minced fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat vegetable oil (2 tablespoons) in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add cubed tofu (14 ounces) and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add garlic (3 cloves, minced), fresh ginger (1 tablespoon, minced), and red pepper flakes (1/4 teaspoon) to the wok. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add green beans (10 ounces, cut into 1-inch pieces) and stir-fry for 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to the wok, then add soy sauce (2 tablespoons), rice vinegar (1 tablespoon), and sesame oil (1 teaspoon). Toss to coat evenly.
5. Step 5: Stir in chopped peanuts (1/4 cup) and cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately.