Spicy Tofu Stir Fry

Name: Spicy Tofu Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed; 1 cup broccoli florets; 1/2 cup bell pepper, sliced; 1/2 cup carrot, sliced; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp ginger, ground; 1/4 tsp salt

Crispy tofu and colorful vegetables tossed in a bold, spicy sauce for a quick, protein-packed vegan dinner.

30 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

AsianDinnerStovetopVeganVegetarianLow CarbLow-SodiumPork-Free

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup bell pepper, sliced
1/2 cup carrot, sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ginger, ground
1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the 1 tbsp vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
2

Add the pressed and cubed 14 oz firm tofu to the hot oil in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring to allow the tofu to develop a crispy exterior. Then gently flip the tofu pieces and continue cooking until golden and crispy on multiple sides, about 5-7 minutes total. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
3

In the same pan, add the 1 cup broccoli florets, sliced 1/2 cup bell pepper, and sliced 1/2 cup carrot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are bright in color and just tender but still crisp.
4

Return the crispy tofu to the pan with the vegetables. Add the 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, ground 1/4 tsp ginger, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir gently to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
5

Cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
6

Remove from heat and stir in the sliced 2 green onions.
7

Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.

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Questions

Can I use a different firmness of tofu instead of tofu in Spicy Tofu Stir Fry?

Go firmer, not softer. Extra-firm stands in for firm anywhere; anything softer breaks up when it is fried or stirred. Press it for 15 minutes either way. As written, the entry for Spicy Tofu Stir Fry uses 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed.

Can I make Spicy Tofu Stir Fry less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Spicy Tofu Stir Fry comes from 1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce. For a milder plate, start with half the sriracha and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Spicy Tofu Stir Fry low-carb?

A serving of Spicy Tofu Stir Fry carries 17 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 85 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 17 percent.

Does Spicy Tofu Stir Fry contain soy?

Yes: 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed and 1 tbsp soy sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Spicy Tofu Stir Fry?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 17 g of carbohydrate in about 340 calories, with 18 g protein and 16 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 320 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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