Tofu

[Atticus Pizzaballa]

I tried a tofu dish a few days ago. I never ordered it before and I like it. So I am making this tonight:


Tofu Stir-Fry


Ingredients

FOR TOFU

1 (14-oz.) block extra-firm tofu, fresh or frozen and defrosted

1 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp. sesame oil

1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

2 tbsp. cornstarch

FOR STIR FRY

3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Kosher salt

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp. freshly minced ginger

8 oz. string beans, trimmed

2 small carrots, sliced

1 small head broccoli, cut into florets

1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced

2 green onions, thinly sliced

FOR SAUCE

2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce

2 tsp. sesame oil

1/4 c. water

2 tbsp. packed brown sugar

2 tsp. cornstarch


Directions

SAVE TO MY RECIPES

Step 1

In a medium pot of salted boiling water, simmer tofu for 2 minutes. If using frozen tofu, simmer until completely defrosted. Remove from heat and let drain in a colander lined with paper towels. When cool enough to handle, gently squeeze and pat dry. If using frozen tofu, use firmer pressure to squeeze out water.

Step 2

Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces, then toss together with soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Once liquids are absorbed, toss tofu with cornstarch.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Add tofu and let cook until golden on all sides, turning occasionally, 7 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil and add in garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in string beans, carrots, broccoli, red pepper, and green onions. Cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5

In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, sesame oil, water, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Return tofu to skillet and add sauce mixture to pan. Stir and cook until slightly thickened, 2 minutes.


www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a26090091/tofu-stir-fry-recipe/