Tofu

Preparation Time:

90 min

Difficulty:

Expert

Ingredients:

• 200g of firm tofu
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• 50g of bell peppers, sliced
• 50g of broccoli florets
• 50g of carrots, julienned
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
• 100ml of vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds for garnish

Kitchen Tools Needed:

• Wok
• Spatula
• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons

Instructions:

• Press the tofu for 30 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into cubes.
• In a bowl, toss the tofu with soy sauce and cornstarch until evenly coated.
• Heat sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and fry until golden brown on all sides.
• Remove the tofu from the wok and set aside.
• In the same wok, add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
• Add the bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots; stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
• Return the tofu to the wok and pour in the vegetable broth; stir well.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
• Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.

Macros:

• Total Calories: 290kcal
• Carbs: 20g
• Proteins: 25g
• Fats: 18g