Tofu Stir Fry Recipe
Mixed vegetables and tofu stir-fried in a savory sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Cooking Oil
Method
Preparation of Tofu
- 1
Press and Cube Tofu
Start by pressing the firm tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top for about 15 minutes. Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
Vegetable Preparation
- 2
Sauce Preparation
- 3
Mix Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey or maple syrup, cornstarch, and water. Whisk together until smooth and set aside.
Cooking
- 4
Stir-Fry Tofu
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown on all sides. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
- 5
Stir-Fry Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the chopped vegetables and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- 6
Combine and Add Sauce
Return the cooked tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu and vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Serving
- 7
Serve Hot
Remove the stir-fry from the heat and serve hot. Enjoy your tofu stir fry over steamed rice or noodles, if desired.
