Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Autumn Veggie Stir-Fry with Tofu, featuring seasonal vegetables and a flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 block (14 ounces) firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- Start by cutting the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the diced sweet potato and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften.
- Add the Brussels sprouts, red bell pepper, and broccoli to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Return the cooked tofu to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce, maple syrup, and sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir-fry before serving. Serve hot over cooked rice or quinoa.
Notes
- For added spice, include a teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha when adding the soy sauce.
- Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables like butternut squash or kale based on your preference or availability.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg