Best 3 Hot And Spicy Tofu And Broccoli Stir Fry Recipes

Are you looking for a flavorful and healthy meal? If so, then this recipe for Hot and Spicy Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry is perfect for you! This delicious and easy-to-make dish combines the bold flavors of chili peppers, garlic, and ginger with tender tofu and broccoli florets. It is a great source of protein and fiber and is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOT AND SPICY TOFU

Hot and Spicy Tofu image

Firm tofu, bell pepper, and red onion, all quickly stir fried in a sweet and sour sauce. A word of caution - this is VERY spicy! If you like milder dishes, decrease the amount of pepper flakes or omit them altogether.

Provided by RITALINCINDY

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion

Time 22m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 pound firm tofu, cubed
1 red onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green chile pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
⅓ cup hot water
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

Heat peanut oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Toss the tofu into the oil, and cook until browned on all sides. Once browned, toss in onion, bell pepper, chile pepper, and garlic; cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes. Pour over tofu and vegetables, toss to coat, and simmer 3 to 5 minutes, or until sauce thickens slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 697.6 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

SPICY STIR-FRIED TOFU WITH BOK CHOY OR BABY BROCCOLI

Spicy Stir-Fried Tofu With Bok Choy or Baby Broccoli image

This is a really basic stir-fry that I found on nytimes.com "recipes for health". Simple flavors, few ingredients, healthy.... I like to serve this over quinoa but you could use rice or noodles with equal success. When browning the tofu, I add some extra chili paste and fresh ginger to the pan for flavor. After it's done and draining on paper towels, I sprinkle it with some kosher salt. The result is far from bland tofu! It's also good to keep some extra soy sauce and hot sauce on the table so that eaters can season to taste. Also, freezing tofu and then thawing it before you cut it up gives it a chewier firmer texture that I really enjoy.... Cheers to healthy eating!

Provided by JungleLove

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb firm tofu, thoroughly patted dry, cut into pieces 1/2in thick and 1in long
2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
4 scallions, white and light green parts separated from the dark green, chopped
1 lb bok choy or 1 lb baby broccoli, chopped into stir-fry sized pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon asian chili paste, such as sambal oelek
salt
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat in a large, heavy nonstick skillet or wok, and stir-fry the tofu until lightly colored. Remove from the heat, and drain on paper towels. (See description for flavoring ideas).
Add the remaining oil to the pan, then add the red pepper. Stir fry for three minutes, and add the garlic, ginger and the light part of the scallions. Stir-fry for about 15 seconds, then add the bok choy or baby broccoli.
Stir-fry for about one minute, until coated with oil and beginning to wilt, and add the water. Cook, stirring, until the water evaporates, about two to three minutes, and stir in the tofu, the soy sauce and chili paste. (I had a hard time evaporating the water and ended up pouring it out of the pan before adding the soy, chili paste, and tofu.).
Stir-fry for a couple of minutes, until the ingredients are well seasoned. Remove from the heat, sprinkle on the green part of the scallions (and maybe sesame seeds) and serve.

BROCCOLI AND TOFU WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE

Broccoli and Tofu With Spicy Peanut Sauce image

This is a really yummy vegetarian dinner option. Even my non-vegetarian husband said it was great. Don't neglect to freeze/thaw/press the tofu as this will give the tofu a better, chewier texture. For additional flavor you can marinate the tofu in a bit of soy sauce and sesame oil.

Provided by casemnor

Categories Soy/Tofu

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb firm tofu (that has been frozen, thawed, pressed and cut into chunks)
1 lb broccoli
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut oil or 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups onions
1 tablespoon fresh ginger
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 scallions, minced
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup hot water
6 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
red chili pepper flakes (to taste)

Steps:

For the Sauce: Place peanut butter and water in a sauce pan, heat on low heat and whisk until mixture is uniform.
Add vinegar, honey, soy sauce and red chili flakes.
Set aside.
In a wok, heat half the oil, half the ginger, and half the garlic.
When hot, add tofu and stir fry for a few minutes.
Add tofu to sauce and set aside.
To wok add the rest of the oil, ginger, garlic, and onion.
When hot add the broccoli (which should be chopped into manageable bits, including the stems) and stir fry a few minutes.
Add the soy sauce and stir fry until broccoli is just tender and bright green.
Add sauce to broccoli and stir until everything is coated with sauce.
Serve immediately over steamed rice.
Top with lightly toasted chopped nuts and scallions.

Tips:

Use firm or extra-firm tofu: This type of tofu holds its shape better during cooking and absorbs the sauce more easily.
Press the tofu before cooking: This helps to remove excess water from the tofu, resulting in a firmer texture.
Marinate the tofu: Marinating the tofu in a flavorful mixture before cooking helps to infuse it with flavor.
Cook the tofu over medium-high heat: This helps to create a crispy exterior while keeping the inside tender.
Use a nonstick skillet: This will help to prevent the tofu and broccoli from sticking to the pan.
Add the sauce towards the end of cooking: This helps to prevent the sauce from burning.
Serve the stir-fry immediately: This is when it is at its best, with a crispy tofu and tender broccoli.

Conclusion:

This hot and spicy tofu and broccoli stir-fry is a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and the tofu is a good source of protein. The spicy sauce adds a nice kick, and the broccoli is cooked to perfection. This stir-fry is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.