Tofu Stir Fry With Vegetables

Ingredients:

 1 (14-ounce) block extra-firm tofu

 2 tablespoons cornstarch

 Salt and black pepper to taste

 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

 1 tablespoon minced garlic

 1 tablespoon grated ginger

 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved

 2-3 green onions, thinly sliced

 1/2 red chili pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

For the sauce:

 1 tablespoon sesame oil

 1/3 cup soy sauce

 1/4 cup water

 1 tablespoon cornstarch

 1-2 tablespoons brown sugar

 Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the tofu: Wrap the tofu block in paper towels and pat it dry to remove excess moisture. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes. In a small bowl, combine the tofu cubes, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, water, cornstarch, and brown sugar. Set aside.

3. Cook the vegetables: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Transfer the vegetables to a plate and set aside.

4. Cook the tofu: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in the same wok or skillet. Add the tofu cubes and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown on all sides.

5. Combine the tofu and vegetables: Return the cooked vegetables to the wok or skillet along with the tofu. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and the vegetables are heated through.

6. Garnish and serve: Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Tips:

 For extra crispy tofu, you can press the tofu cubes between two paper towels for 15-20 minutes before cooking.

 If you don’t have broccoli or green beans, you can use other vegetables of your choice, such as bell peppers, carrots, or mushrooms.

 To make the stir-fry spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a chopped chili pepper to the sauce.

 For a more flavorful tofu, you can marinate it in a mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.

I hope you enjoy this delicious and easy tofu stir fry recipe!