Best 20 Tofu Stir Fry Recipes

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Tofu stir fry is a versatile and delicious dish that can be easily prepared at home. Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein and can be cooked in a variety of ways. When stir-fried, tofu takes on a slightly chewy texture and absorbs the flavors of the sauce and vegetables it is cooked with. This dish is a great way to use up leftover tofu and can be served with rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOFU STIR FRY RECIPE BY TASTY



Tofu Stir Fry Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: garlic, fresh ginger, honey, sriracha, lime juice, reduced sodium soy sauce, extra firm tofu, sesame oil, sliced white onion, sliced carrot, sliced red bell pepper, edamame, soba noodle, sesame seed, green onion

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sriracha
¼ cup lime juice
¼ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1 block extra firm tofu
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 cup sliced white onion
1 cup sliced carrot
1 cup sliced red bell pepper
½ cup edamame, frozen, thawed
3 cups soba noodle, cooked
1 tablespoon sesame seed
green onion, chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cloves of garlic, the ginger, honey, Sriracha, lime juice, and soy sauce. Set aside.
  • Wrap the tofu in a dish towel, then place a plate on top. Let drain for 10-15 minutes, then remove the plate, unwrap the tofu, and slice into cubes.
  • In a wok or large frying pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the tofu and pan fry for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the remaining 2 cloves of minced garlic and the onion and stir until softened, about 1 minute.
  • Add the carrot, bell pepper, and edamame and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the soba noodles, reserved sauce, and sesame seeds. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Garnish with green onions, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1288 calories, Carbohydrate 214 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 48 grams

15-MINUTE TOFU AND VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



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Tofu sometimes gets a reputation for being bland, but that's not the case in this quick stir-fry. We toss meaty baked tofu in a spicy Asian marinade with tons of bold flavor. Packaged stir-fry mix and pre-sliced shiitake mushrooms can easily be found in the produce section of most grocery stores, and make it possible for this healthy meal to come together in 15 minutes or less.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups frozen cooked brown rice
1-inch piece ginger
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons garlic chili sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
12 ounces baked tofu
3 tablespoons canola oil
One 3.5-ounce package sliced shiitake mushrooms (about 2 cups)
One 1-pound package fresh stir-fry vegetable mix (not frozen)
Kosher salt
1/2 cup roasted and salted cashew halves and pieces

Steps:

  • Prepare the rice according to the package directions. Peel and finely grate the ginger and put it into a small baking dish or medium bowl along with the soy sauce, garlic chili sauce and sesame oil. Whisk to combine.
  • Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Cut the baked tofu into 1-inch-by-1/2-inch pieces and add to the marinade. Stir to combine and reserve. Fill a small measuring cup or bowl with cold water and keep by the stovetop.
  • Add the canola oil to the hot pan and swirl to coat. Add the shiitake mushrooms and cook until tender and browned in spots, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes. Add the stir-fry vegetable mix and a large pinch of salt. Cook until crisp tender, 3 to 5 minutes (the cooking time will depend on the size of the vegetables in the mix). If at any time the pan seems too hot, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons water. Add the marinated tofu to the vegetables along with 2 tablespoons water. Cook until the tofu is warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the stir-fry to a large platter. Scatter the cashews on top and serve alongside the rice.

SPINACH, TOFU AND SESAME STIR-FRY



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You can serve this simple stir-fry with grains or noodles, or (my preference) use it as a filling for a whole wheat pita pocket.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 pound tofu, cut in small dice
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon grated or minced fresh ginger
1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
Soy sauce to taste
1 6-ounce bag baby spinach, rinsed
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet or wok, and add the tofu. Stir-fry until the tofu is lightly colored, three to five minutes, and add the garlic, ginger and chili flakes. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about one minute, and add soy sauce to taste. Add the spinach and stir-fry until the spinach wilts, about one minute. Stir in the sesame seeds, and add more soy sauce to taste. Remove from the heat.
  • Using tongs, transfer the spinach and tofu mixture to a serving bowl, leaving the liquid behind in the pan or wok. Drizzle with the sesame oil, and add more soy sauce as desired. Serve with rice or other grains, or noodles. You may also use it as a filling for whole wheat pita bread.

YELLOW SQUASH AND TOFU STIR FRY



Yellow Squash and Tofu Stir Fry image

A great, quick vegetarian dish that includes yellow squash, zucchini, and tofu, making for a beautifully-colored dish. Top with cheese, if desired. You can use butter instead of olive oil, if desired.

Provided by malevolentglitter

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 yellow squash, cut into bite-size cubes
1 zucchini, cut into bite-size cubes
1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into bite-size cubes
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir garlic in hot oil until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add squash and zucchini, cook and stir until vegetables soften, about 7 minutes. Transfer squash mixture to a bowl.
  • Place skillet back over medium-high heat, place tofu pieces in the skillet, and top with brown sugar and soy sauce. Cook and stir until each side of tofu is golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Return squash mixture to the skillet; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in Sriracha sauce and season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1186.7 mg, Sugar 19.7 g

TOFU STIR-FRY WITH PEANUT SAUCE (VEGAN)



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This is a throwback recipe from when I was a hardcore vegan, but it's still one of my staples years later. It's healthy, filling, and full of flavor!

Provided by Julia Rose

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stir-Fry

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk
¼ cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
½ teaspoon ground chile pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
4 cups baby spinach
1 ½ cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Whisk coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, sriracha sauce, and ground chile powder in a bowl until a smooth sauce forms.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and red bell pepper; saute until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Add tofu; saute until lightly browned, about 4 minutes per side. Add garlic and ginger; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Pour sauce into the skillet; stir to coat tofu, carrots, and bell pepper. Cook until flavors combine, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low; stir in spinach 1 cup at a time until wilted. Serve over brown rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 648.6 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

TOFU STIR-FRY WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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I love cooking with Brussels sprouts. This tofu stir-fry recipe is the perfect quick and healthy weeknight meal. Make a scrumptious hoagie by stuffing toasted rolls with this tasty mixture. -Joseph Sciascia, San Mateo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons coconut oil, divided
1 package (16 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
4 green onions, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Hot cooked rice noodles

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon coconut oil over medium-high heat. Add tofu; stir-fry until browned, 12-15 minutes. Remove from pan and keep warm. Stir-fry Brussels sprouts in remaining 2 tablespoons coconut oil for 2 minutes. Add red pepper, green onions and garlic; cover and cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes longer., Stir in water, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce and salt. Return tofu to pan; cook and stir until heated through. Stir in almonds. Serve with noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

TOFU STIR-FRY



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Stir-frying is one of the quickest and easiest methods of cooking. With one pan, a little oil, and constant stirring, you can make a nutritious tofu dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables     Bok Choy Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound firm tofu
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 small onions, cut into wedges
9 ounces button mushrooms, quartered
1 large red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, cut into 1-inch squares
1 1/4 pounds bok choy, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces, stem and green pieces separated
1/4 pound snow peas, trimmed
5 paper-thin slices fresh ginger
1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 teaspoons cold water
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Halve tofu block lengthwise; slice each half into 8 rectangles. Arrange on a paper towel-lined baking sheet; top with more paper towels and another baking sheet. Weight with canned goods or a skillet. Refrigerate overnight or at least 20 minutes.
  • Transfer tofu to a shallow dish. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil with 1 tablespoon water; pour over tofu. Marinate 5 minutes (reserve marinade).
  • Heat canola oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat. Cook tofu until golden, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Set tofu aside.
  • Stirring constantly, cook onions in skillet over high heat until browned, 5 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook 2 minutes. Add red pepper and bok choy stems; cook 3 minutes. Add peas and ginger; cook 1 minute. Add marinade, cornstarch mixture, bok choy greens, and tofu. Cook until heated through. Season with soy sauce as desired. Serve with limes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g

PORK AND TOFU STIR-FRY WITH SOBA



PORK AND TOFU STIR-FRY WITH SOBA image

Categories     Pork     Stir-Fry

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons lite soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 pound firm tofu, cut into thin strips
1/2 pound boneless pork loin, trimmed and cut into thin strips
6 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lite soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 pound soba (buckwheat noodles) or whole wheat spaghetti
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and thinly sliced
1 cup fresh bean sprouts
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1 For the marinade combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon orange juice, 1 tablespoon garlic, ginger, sesame oil and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in a small bowl. Remove 2 tablespoons to another small bowl. Toss tofu in bowl with the 2 tablespoons marinade. Toss pork in the other bowl with the remaining marinade. Cover bowls and marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes. 2 Meanwhile, for the sauce, combine chicken broth, rice wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, sugar and 2 teaspoons cornstarch in another small bowl. 3 Start to cook noodles according to package directions. 4 Heat 1 teaspoon of the vegetable oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat. Add pork and cook, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes or until dark brown; transfer to a small bowl. 5 Reduce heat to medium-high. Add remaining 1 teaspoon vegetable oil to skillet. Add cabbage, bell pepper and mushrooms; cook, stirring, 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in sauce, pork and tofu with marinade. Cook 2 minutes or until mixture is heated through and sauce thickens. 6 Drain noodles; divide among 4 serving plates. Top each serving with pork-tofu mixture and sprouts. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

ASPARAGUS TOFU STIR-FRY



Asparagus Tofu Stir-Fry image

With its flavorful ginger sauce and fresh vegetables, this tasty dish is a favorite. I get rave reviews every time I serve it, and it doesn't bother my husband's food allergies. Check out our guide if you're new to tofu. -Phyllis Smith, Chimacum, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1-1/4 cups vegetable broth
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. , In a large nonstick skillet or wok, stir-fry 1 teaspoon ginger in 1 teaspoon oil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add squash; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add onions; stir-fry 1 minute longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, stir-fry tofu, salt, pepper and remaining ginger in remaining oil for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add asparagus mixture and tofu; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROWN RICE STIR-FRY WITH FLAVORED TOFU AND VEGETABLES



Brown Rice Stir-Fry with Flavored Tofu and Vegetables image

Brown rice gives this vegetarian tofu and broccoli stir-fry a nutty flavor and hearty texture and offers up more fiber than white rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 piece (3 inches) fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 cups cooked brown rice
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Coarse salt and pepper, to taste
3 scallions, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
8 ounces baked, flavored tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger; stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add tofu; stir-fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add red and yellow peppers; cook, stirring, until peppers are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add rice and soy sauce; cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is heated through, about 3 minutes. Stir in sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with scallions. Serve hot.

VEGETABLE AND TOFU STIR-FRY



Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry image

For my vegetarian & tofu-loving friends, here's a recipe from the Better Homes and Gardens' Fresh and Simple Vegetable Dinners cookbook(let)!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups quick-cooking brown rice
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup carrot, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups broccoli florets
6 ounces firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Prepare rice according to package directions, then set aside, but keep warm.
  • For sauce, in a small bowl stir together the broth, dry sherry, cornstarch, soy sauce, sugar, ginger & the optional red pepper (if desired), then set aside.
  • Spray a cold wok or large skillet with nonstick cooking spray, then preheat over medium-high heat.
  • Stir-fry carrots & garlic for 2 minutes.
  • Add broccoli & stir-fry 3-4 minutes more, or until vegetables are crisp-tender, then push vegetables away from center of wok or skillet.
  • Stir sauce, then add to center of wok or skillet, & cook, stirring, until thickened & bubbly.
  • Add tofu & stir everything together to coat with sauce.
  • Cook & stir for 1 minute more.
  • To serve, spoon vegetable mixture over rice.

MUSHROOM, TOFU, AND NOODLE STIR-FRY



Mushroom, Tofu, and Noodle Stir-Fry image

A vegetarian stir-fry that's easy to make. This comes together really quickly so have all of your ingredients prepped and ready to go. Don't be fooled by the amount of time this takes, most of it is hands off.

Provided by Bren

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup water
6 tablespoons liquid soy seasoning (such as Bragg®)
1 tablespoon arrowroot powder
1 (1 inch) piece minced fresh ginger root
1 large clove garlic, crushed
½ (12 ounce) package firm tofu
5 ounces medium-width rice stick noodles
2 tablespoons avocado oil, or as needed
2 cups chopped portabello mushrooms
1 (8 ounce) package cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ white onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine water, liquid soy seasoning, arrowroot, ginger, and garlic in a jar. Set glaze aside.
  • Line a plate with paper towels, set tofu on top, and add another layer of paper towels. Place a cutting board on top of the tofu and set a heavy pot on the board. Let sit for 30 minutes, replacing the paper towels as needed, to press as much liquid as possible from the tofu.
  • Place rice noodles into a large bowl, cover with cold water, and soak. Cut pressed tofu into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add tofu and stir-fry until all sides are golden, about 5 minutes. Add all mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes. Mix in bell pepper and onion, and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Pour glaze on top and cook until sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove rice noodles from water, shake off excess liquid, and add to the wok. Stir-fry until heated thorough, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.5 calories, Carbohydrate 82.9 g, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 2169.3 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

SPICY TOFU AND GREEN BEAN STIR-FRY



Spicy Tofu and Green Bean Stir-Fry image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup jasmine rice
1 14- to 16-ounce block extra-firm tofu, drained
1 pound trimmed green beans
2 tablespoons Sriracha, plus more for serving
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small red onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup torn fresh basil, plus small leaves for topping
1/4 cup salted roasted peanuts, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the rice as the label directs. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, cut the tofu into 24 pieces and gently press between paper towels to remove the excess liquid; set aside 5 minutes to drain. Put the green beans in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon water. Cover and microwave until bright green and crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly, then drain. Combine the Sriracha, soy sauce, sugar, fish sauce and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl; stir to combine.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until browned and slightly crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a plate. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in the skillet over high heat. Add the red onion and cook, stirring, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the green beans and cook, stirring once or twice, until lightly charred, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until softened, about 30 seconds. Return the tofu to the skillet along with the Sriracha mixture and cook, stirring, until well coated, about 30 more seconds. Remove from the heat and stir in the torn basil.
  • Divide the rice among plates and top with the stir-fry. Top with the peanuts, a few small basil leaves and more Sriracha.

TOFU STIR-FRY WITH NOODLES



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If you don't have any leftover pasta, cook 6 ounces of spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions; drain, and rinse under cool water.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained, patted dry, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Coarse salt
2 red bell peppers, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced
1 small head green cabbage (2 pounds), quartered, cored, and thinly sliced crosswise
2 garlic cloves, slivered
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
2 tablespoon smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
Leftover spaghetti from Tomato-Garlic Spaghetti

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat; add tofu and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook,tossing occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  • Heat remaining tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, cabbage, garlic, pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt;toss to coat. Cover; cook, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce: In a small bowl (or liquid measuring cup), stir together peanut butter and 1/4 cup hot water until smooth; stir in soy sauce and vinegar.
  • Add tofu, leftover spaghetti, and sauce to skillet; simmer until heated through and saucy, 1 to 2 minutes.

EASY TOFU SHIRATAKI STIR-FRY STYLE



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This is a stir-fry-style dish made with tofu shirataki noodles. They can be found at health food stores or online. Add hot sauce, if desired.

Provided by ilovebaking

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) package frozen vegetable medley (such as Green Giant®)
1 (8 ounce) package angel hair-style tofu shirataki noodles, or to taste
½ teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons soy sauce, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground ginger, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Microwave vegetables in the bag until thawed and heated through, about 5 minutes. Let cool, about 1 minute. Open pouch.
  • Drain and rinse shirataki noodles thoroughly; place in a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Cook noodles in the microwave until mostly heated through, about 1 minute.
  • Heat a saucepan over medium heat; add garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cooked noodles, mixed vegetables, soy sauce, and ginger. Cook and stir until heated through and flavors blend, 2 to 3 minutes. Add hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Fiber 11.1 g, Protein 5.7 g, Sodium 628.4 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SPICY TOFU STIR FRY



Spicy Tofu Stir Fry image

This is a very hot and spicy tofu recipe that I made up one night for a change. My husband loves it and he's the typical steak-and-potatoes kind of guy!

Provided by Leah

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stir-Fry

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup lite soy sauce
1 tablespoon Thai garlic chile paste
2 cloves garlic, diced
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 ½ teaspoons diced fresh ginger
½ (16 ounce) package linguine-style rice noodles
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 green onions, minced
1 cup snow peas
½ green bell pepper, sliced
½ red bell pepper, sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk soy sauce, garlic chile paste, garlic, cayenne pepper, and ginger together in a small bowl until chile paste is completely dissolved.
  • Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.
  • Heat oil in a large wok over medium heat. Cook and stir tofu cubes in hot oil until browned on all sides, 3 to 6 minutes. Stir green onion into tofu; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Pour 1/2 of the soy sauce mixture over tofu mixture; bring to a simmer and cook until sauce reduces, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir snow peas, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper into tofu mixture; cook and stir until vegetables are heated through, about 5 minutes. Pour remaining soy sauce mixture over the top; cook and stir until liquid reduces and vegetables are tender yet still crisp to the bite, about 5 minutes. Add rice noodles to tofu mixture and toss to coat; cook until noodles are heated through and flavors combine, 2 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 833.9 calories, Carbohydrate 115.2 g, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1708.1 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SPICY VEGAN MANGO AND TOFU STIR-FRY



Spicy Vegan Mango and Tofu Stir-Fry image

This is a vegan sweet and spicy tofu stir fry that was inspired by a dish I get at my local Thai restaurant. I've been working through this recipe for several years now but finally have created something I love. Ensuring all of the ingredients are thinly cut results in uniform cooking as well as a crunchy and addictive texture. This recipe also works great with chicken if tofu isn't your thing!

Provided by Curran

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 (8 ounce) can diced pineapple, undrained
½ cup vegetable broth
1 mango - peeled, seeded and diced
1 habanero pepper, stemmed, or more to taste
1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon cornstarch, or as needed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 stalks celery, cut into very thin strips
2 large carrots, cut into thin strips
2 mangos - peeled, seeded, and cut into thin strips
2 green chile peppers, cut into very thin strips
salt to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped scallions, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine pineapple, broth, mango, habanero, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and turmeric in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Pour sauce contents carefully into the bowl of a food processor or electric blender and mix until smooth. Set aside.
  • Place tofu in a large mixing bowl and add enough cornstarch to lightly coat all pieces.
  • Heat a wok over high heat. Add vegetable oil to the hot wok; heat until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add tofu and stir-fry until uniformly golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer tofu to a plate and set aside.
  • Place celery, carrots, mangos, and green peppers into the wok and stir-fry until they are soft and have a bright color while remaining firm, about 5 minutes. Add tofu back to the pan with sauce and combine well. Taste and add salt as needed. Serve topped with cilantro and scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 834.5 mg, Sugar 32.5 g

TOFU AND BROCCOLI STIR FRY



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This vegetarian, broccoli tofu stir-fry is delicious over brown rice or noodles.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegan Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (14 1/2 ounces) firm tofu, drained, cut crosswise into 6 slabs (about 3/4 inch wide), each slab halved horizontally and cut into triangles
1 1/2 pounds broccoli, stalks trimmed, peeled, and cut into 1/4-inch rounds, florets separated into bite-size pieces
Coarse salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup cashews, toasted

Steps:

  • Arrange tofu in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with several layers of paper towels. Top with more paper towels and another baking sheet; weight with canned goods. Let tofu drain, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook broccoli (stalks and florets) in a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green, 2 minutes. Drain; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu; cook until golden brown, turning gently halfway through, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to paper towels.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, red-pepper flakes, garlic, cornstarch, and 3/4 cup water; set aside.
  • Add broccoli to skillet; cook over high heat, stirring often, until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk reserved sauce to combine; pour into pan. Return tofu to pan; stir to coat, about 1 minute more. Serve topped with cashews.

BROCCOLI AND TOFU STIR FRY



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I like to serve this broccoli and tofu stir fry over white rice. If you don't have cashews, pecans or almonds will work as well.

Provided by stay@homemom84

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon peanut oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
2 crowns broccoli, cut into florets
⅓ cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons cornstarch
8 ounces extra firm tofu, diced
2 tablespoons cashew pieces

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir in garlic and cook for a few seconds until it begins to brown. Add the bell pepper and broccoli; cook until the pepper begins to brown and soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir together the chicken broth, soy sauce, sherry, and cornstarch until dissolved. Pour the sauce into the wok and bring to a boil. Stir in the tofu, and cook until hot, about 1 minute. Garnish with cashew pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 756.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

QUICK TOFU STIR-FRY



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Crumbled tofu, frozen vegetables, and black bean sauce create a fast and easy dinner or lunch. Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stir-Fry

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon peanut oil
8 ounces extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed
2 spring onions, sliced
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen stir-fry vegetables
½ cup black bean sauce
¼ cup vegetable broth

Steps:

  • Heat peanut oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Crumble the drained tofu and stir-fry until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove tofu with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.
  • Add spring onions and frozen vegetables. Stir-fry until crisp and heated throughout, about 5 minutes. Remove from wok and add to the tofu.
  • Pour black bean sauce and vegetable broth into the wok. Stir together and cook until sauce is hot and has thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Return tofu and vegetables to the wok. Toss to coat. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 528.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right tofu: Extra-firm or firm tofu is best for stir-fries as it holds its shape well and won't crumble.
  • Press the tofu: Pressing the tofu removes excess water and helps it absorb the marinade better. To press the tofu, wrap it in a few layers of paper towels and place it on a plate. Top with another plate and weigh it down with something heavy, such as a can of beans or a heavy skillet. Let the tofu press for 30 minutes.
  • Marinate the tofu: Marinating the tofu adds flavor and helps it stay moist during cooking. You can use a variety of marinades, but a simple mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil is a good place to start. Marinate the tofu for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the tofu over high heat: Cooking the tofu over high heat helps it get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Be sure to stir the tofu frequently so that it cooks evenly.
  • Add vegetables: Vegetables are a great way to add color, flavor, and nutrients to your stir-fry. Some good choices for stir-fries include broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and bell peppers.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really brings a stir-fry together. You can use a variety of sauces, but a simple mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil is a good place to start. You can also add other ingredients to your sauce, such as garlic, ginger, or chili peppers.

Conclusion:

Tofu stir-fries are a quick, easy, and delicious way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables. With a little planning and preparation, you can have a healthy and satisfying stir-fry on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, give tofu stir-fry a try. You won't be disappointed!

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