This dish is is packed with flavor and has a great mix of textures that make it a great dinner option!
This dish is a great way to showcase how delicious tofu can be if you haven't been the biggest fan of this protein in the past!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 3-4 people
Sauce:
1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tbsp honey
3 tbsp hot water
3 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tbsp corn starch
1/2 tsp fish sauce (optional)
1/2 tbsp Sriracha (optional)
Tofu:
1 block of extra firm tofu
1 1/5 tbsp corn starch
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2-3 tbsp vegetable oil
Stir Fry Veggies/Nuts:
1/2 head of broccoli
1 bell pepper
3/4 cup halved or chopped cashews
3 cloves of garlic
Steps (sauce):
In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, and hot water - stirring until dissolved
Add in the soy sauce, lemon juice, corn starch, fish sauce, and Sriracha
stir until the sauce is well-combined, and then set-aside
Steps (tofu):
In a wok or large saucepan, heat up the oil (medium heat)
Drain the tofu and cut into even 1/2 inch cubes
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tofu
Pan fry until all sides are golden brown (picture below), adding more oil if needed and set aside
Steps (Stir Fry):
Mince the garlic and set aside
Chop the bell pepper into small cubes and set aside
Chop the broccoli into small-medium florets
In some boiling water, cook the broccoli for 2-3 minutes or until slightly shy of tender (broccoli will finish cooking in the wok/pan)
Remove broccoli from the water and set aside
In the same wok or frying pan used for the tofu, add some more vegetable oil if needed and heat at medium
Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli, bell pepper and cashews
cook for 2-3 minutes
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is fragrant
10. Add the tofu and sauce mixture to the wok/pan
11. Stir until sauce begins to thicken slightly
12. Remove from heat and top with sesame seeds if desired!
Serving suggestion: Jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa
Enjoy!
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