Stir Fry Vegetables with Tofu Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time2 Hr 30 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In2 Hr 45 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyCuisine
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest GroupHealthy

Ingredients

 16 oz tofu, 2 firm cakes
 Broccoli1 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Cauliflower1 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Chinese Cabbage1 Cup (16 tbs), finely chopped
 Bell pepper1 To taste, chopped
 Sesame oil2 Tablespoon
 Soy sauce1/3 Cup (16 tbs) (Marinade:)
 Water1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (Marinade:)
 Rice vinegar1/4 Cup (16 tbs) (Marinade:)
 1/2 packet Sweet 'n Low sweetener
 Ground ginger1 1/2 Teaspoon (Marinade:)
 Garlic powder1/4 Teaspoon (Marinade:)
 Sesame oil1 Teaspoon (Marinade:)
 Ground cloves1/4 Teaspoon (Marinade:)

Directions

1. Wrap tofu cakes in double layer of dish towels or lots of paper towels. Press tofu by placing on top of them a cutting board weighted with several canned goods (about 3 pounds worth). Let set for 10 or more minutes. Cut tofu into bite sized cubes.
2. Mix well soy sauce, vinegar, oil, water, sweetener, ginger, garlic and clove.
3. Place tofu and vegetables in a non-metallic bowl. Pour in marinade and let marinate for 2 hours. If sauce does not completely cover tofu and veggies, be sure to lightly stir them after 1 hour. Drain before cooking. Reserve liquid.
4. Heat oil in large skillet. Add tofu, fry for 2-5 minutes per side. Add veggies and cook another 3-5 minutes or until desired tenderness. Add 1/2 or more of reserved liquid and heat for 1 minute. Serve.
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