Ginger-Garlic Tofu & Broccoli Stir-Fry
A savory, plant-powered stir-fry featuring crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and edamame. Quick to prepare and tossed in a warming ginger-garlic sauce.
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Rice Hack: Buying pre-cooked frozen brown rice or using leftover cold rice saves time and actually increases resistant starch, which is excellent for gut health.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep extra-firm tofu (drained), cup shelled edamame (thawed), tbsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Next: Press the extra-firm tofu briefly to remove…
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Press the extra-firm tofu briefly to remove…
Press the extra-firm tofu briefly to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
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Heat the avocado or canola oil in…
Heat the avocado or canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and pan-fry until golden brown and crispy on most sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan
In the same pan, add a splash more oil along with the minced fresh ginger and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add the broccoli florets and water
Add the broccoli florets and water. Cover the pan and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
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Stir the pan-fried tofu
Stir the pan-fried tofu, shelled edamame, and cooked brown rice into the skillet with the broccoli.
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Drizzle generously with soy sauce and toasted…
Drizzle generously with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Toss everything together for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through and coated in the seasonings. Serve warm.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Rice Hack
Rice Hack: Buying pre-cooked frozen brown rice or using leftover cold rice saves time and actually increases resistant starch, which is excellent for gut health.
Texture Matters
Texture Matters: For the best texture, always choose extra-firm tofu.
Gluten-Free Swap
Gluten-Free Swap: If you are sensitive to gluten, simply swap the standard soy sauce for tamari.
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