Tofu Recipe
Tofu is inexpensive, nutritious and versatile and can be served fresh or cooked with vegetables and/or meat.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables (Optional)
Seasonings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Press the Tofu
Wrap the firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Place a heavy object on top (like a skillet or a few cans) for about 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
While the tofu is pressing, wash and chop the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot into bite-sized pieces.
- 3
Prepare Seasonings
Mince the garlic and set aside. Grate the ginger and slice the green onions thinly, keeping the white and green parts separate.
Cooking
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 5
Cook the Tofu
Once the oil is hot, cut the pressed tofu into cubes and add them to the skillet. Let them cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides.
- 6
- 7
- 8
Add Soy Sauce and Seasonings
Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle with black pepper and red chili flakes. Mix everything well and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve hot over rice or noodles.
