Tofu and bok choy are two incredibly versatile ingredients that can be used to create a variety of delicious and healthy dishes. Tofu is a plant-based protein that is packed with nutrients, while bok choy is a leafy green vegetable that is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals. When combined, these two ingredients make for a flavorful and nutritious meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. In this article, we will explore some of the best tofu and bok choy recipes that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
STIR-FRIED BOK CHOY WITH TOFU
Oyster sauce enhances this tasty tofu recipe.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Remove leaves from bok choy stems. Cut leaves into 2-inch pieces; cut stems into 1/4-inch diagonal slices (do not combine leaves and stems). Cut tofu into 1/4-inch slices. Coat tofu with cornstarch. Cut shallots into thin slices.
- Heat wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; rotate wok to coat side. Add 2 pieces tofu; cook 1 minute, turning once. Repeat with remaining tofu, removing tofu as necessary. Return tofu to wok. Add oyster sauce; toss until tofu is evenly coated. Remove tofu from wok.
- Heat wok over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; rotate wok to coat side. Add shallots; stir-fry 30 seconds. Add bok choy stems and salt; stir-fry 1 minute. Add tofu and bok choy leaves; cover and cook 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg
STIR FRIED BOK CHOY WITH TOFU PUFFS
A super quick and easy stir fried bok choy with tofu puffs that only uses five ingredients and takes 15 minutes to prep and cook. The crisp bok choy is lightly caramelized and combined with tender tofu in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. It is surprisingly satisfying to eat as a side dish, and sometimes I serve it as a light main dish for lunch over steamed rice. {Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable}To make the dish gluten-free, use tamari to replace light soy sauce.
Provided by Maggie Zhu
Categories Side
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium-sized wok or large skillet over high heat until hot. Add scallion and stir a few times until fragrant.
- Add bok choy. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, to coat evenly with oil.
- Sprinkle it with sugar and swirl in light soy sauce. Immediately stir a few times to mix well. Add deep fried tofu, then stir again for about 20 seconds.
- Cover the wok and lower to medium-low heat. Steam for 30 seconds. Uncover and stir to check the doneness. Cover and cook for another 10 to 20 seconds again, if necessary, until the bok choy is cooked through and slightly caramelized on the edges. Turn off the heat and transfer everything to a serving plate.
- Serve hot as a side dish or over steamed rice as a light main dish.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 93 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, Fat 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 528 mg, Fiber 1.9 g, Sugar 3 g
BLACK PEPPER TOFU WITH BOK CHOY
A simple delicious recipe for Black Pepper Tofu with Bok Choy - a tasty vegan meal that can be made in under 30 minutes!
Provided by Sylvia Fountaine
Categories Vegan
Time 30m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut tofu into cubes and blot dry with paper towels, pressing down gently.
- Make the wok sauce, stirring ingredients together in a small until most of the sugar dissolves. Place it by the stove.
- Prep the shallots, garlic and bok choy.
- Dredge the tofu in a light coating of cornstarch (cornstarch is optional, but provides a crispier texture).
- Heat oil in a wok or large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the salt and crushed peppercorns to the oil, swirling it around until fragrant, about one minute.
- Add the tofu to the seasoned oil, and sear on all sides until golden and crispy, turning the heat down if need be. Be patient and take your time, it will take about 5-6 minutes.
- Set the crispy tofu aside on a paper towel-lined plate, and wipe the pan out.
- Heat another teaspoon or two of oil over medium heat, and add shallots, garlic and bok choy. Stir continuously until bok choy begins to wilt and shallots become golden, about 3-4 minutes. It will smell amazing. Add the wok sauce to the pan, careful to get all the sugar that may have settled in the bowl.
- Simmer for a couple of minutes, or until bok choy is just tender.
- At the very very end, toss the tofu back into the pan with the bok choy and sauce ( just long enough to coat, only 5-10 seconds!) Cooking any longer will remove the amazing crispiness! Taste for salt and heat, adjusting to your preference.
- Serve immediately, diving between two bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Sugar 10.8 g, Sodium 1117.8 mg, Fat 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 24.8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
TOFU WITH BOK CHOY
Made from soybeans and also known as bean curd, tofu is a popular East Asian food that's low calorie, cholesterol-free, and protein rich. Available in a variety of textures, from custardlike to firm, it has a mild taste on its own, but acts like a sponge for the flavors of the foods with which it is cooked. In this recipe, tofu is combined with steamed Chinese white cabbage, also known as bok choy.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Vegetables Bok Choy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, sugar, and sesame oil. Stir until sugar dissolves; set aside.
- Steam the bok choy; bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a large straight-sided skillet or stockpot. Arrange bok choy in a single layer in a steamer, and place over simmering water. Cover, and steam until hot and tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Cook the tofu: Heat a large nonstick skillet or a wok over high heat. Add oil, and swirl just to coat bottom of pan. Pat tofu dry, and arrange in pan in a single layer. Cook for 2 minutes. Turn, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Transfer tofu to a serving platter. Pour sauce over tofu, and top with cilantro, scallions, and serrano pepper. Serve with steamed bok choy and rice on the side.
TOFU AND BOK CHOY WITH GINGER-TAHINI SAUCE
This simple dish showcases the uniquely silky texture of soft tofu. The tofu is steamed on top of a layer of bok choy, eliminating the need for a formal steamer and making this meal a cinch to prepare. (Napa or savoy cabbage leaves would also make a nice bed for the tofu.) Once steamed, the warm, mild tofu soaks in all of the bright flavors of a tangy and creamy tahini sauce that's spiked with aromatic ginger and fragrant herbs. For a heftier meal, either double the tofu or serve with a side of rice. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories quick, weekday, weeknight, vegetables, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet with a lid, arrange bok choy in an even layer to cover the bottom of the pan, and season with salt and pepper. Nestle the tofu pieces on top of or in between the bok choy, depending on the depth of your pan. Add ½ cup of water to the skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover securely to prevent steam from escaping, reduce heat to medium and steam until bok choy is tender and tofu is warm throughout, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine tahini, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, garlic, scallions, cilantro and 1 tablespoon of water. Whisk until well blended, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Using a spatula or large slotted spoon, transfer bok choy and tofu to 4 serving plates. (Discard any remaining water in the skillet.) Spoon some of the sauce over the tofu and garnish with scallions, cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve warm.
TOFU HOISIN WITH BOK CHOY
This is based on a recipe from "Wild About Greens" by Nava Atlas with some changes so it better fits our Nutritarian eating style. It's colorful and delicious. It takes a little longer to prepare than some of my other recipes but it's worth the extra time. You can reduce prep time by using frozen vegetables.....To chop bok choy: Trim the rough edge off the root ends of the bok choy, then cut across the stem just below the leaf. Slice the white stem portion into 3 or 4 lengthwise strips, then cut across to dice. Slice the leafy top crosswise and then cut each strip into 1 inch pieces.....Pressing tofu: Cut it into 1/2 inch slices. Lay the slices out on a clean kitchen towel that has been folded in half or a couple of layers of paper towel. Fold the kitchen towel over the tofu slices or place additional paper towels on top. Cover with a small cutting board and place 6 to 8 cans on top to weight it down. Let tofu sit 30 minutes before cutting it into 1/2 inch cubes.
Provided by Anne Sainz
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Slice tofu, then press. See Anne Sainz notes above for more detailed instructions.
- While tofu is being pressed, chop bok choy and set aside. If you haven't worked with bok choy before, see Anne Sainz notes above.
- Prepare ginger, carrots, onion and mushrooms. Combine and set aside.
- For sauce, combine hoisin sauce, orange juice and soy sauce and set aside.
- Cut pressed tofu into 1/2 inch cubes.
- Coat large covered non-stick frying pan or Dutch oven (at least 5 quarts) with oil and add cubed tofu. Saute with medium high heat until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add ginger, carrots, onion and mushrooms to pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, adding small amounts of water as needed to prevent sticking. Continue cooking until carrots just begin to soften.
- Add bok choy and sauté until bok choy begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add tofu, sauce mixture and almonds. Cook a minute or two longer until heated through, stirring frequently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8, Fat 12, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 513.5, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 6, Sugar 11.9, Protein 15.6
BABY BOK CHOY WITH MUSHROOMS AND TOFU
Rice or ramen noodles make a good partner for this tofu-enhanced vegetable dish inspired by traditional Chinese cooking. From Country Living magazine. After seeing many review, I would recommend using low sodium broth. This dish can be a little salty!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- On paper towels, pat tofu dry on all sides.
- Cut tofu crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- On small plate, place cornstarch.
- Heat nonstick wok or large skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Add 2 tbls. oil and swirl to coat pan.
- One at a time, dip tofu slices into cornstarch to coat cut surfaces and place in wok.
- Fry until well browned on one side--about 5 minutes.
- Turn tofu slices and fry other sides until well browned.
- Transfer tofu to center of large serving platter; cover with foil and keep warm.
- Add broth and gingerroot to wok and heat to boiling.
- Add bok choy, cover and cook until tender and most of broth evaporates-about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare Sauce (see below).
- With slotted spoon or pancake turner, remove bok choy and place, cut sides down, around rim of platter with tofu; cover and keep warm.
- Discard ginger slices and any remaining broth.
- Reheat wok over high heat until hot.
- Add remaining 1 tbls. oil and the mushrooms.
- Stir-fry mushrooms until softened-about 5 minutes.
- Restir Sauce and pour over mushrooms; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
- Transfer mushrooms from Sauce and place over tofu.
- Pour Sauce over all.
- Garnish with green onion, if desired.
- Sauce: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup vegetable broth, 1/4 cup fish sauce, 2 tbls.soy sauce, 2 tsp.cornstarch, 2 tsp.sugar, and 2 tsp.Oriental sesame oil.
Tips:
- Use firm or extra firm tofu: This will hold its shape better during cooking and absorb the flavors of the sauce more easily.
- Press the tofu before cooking: This will help to remove excess moisture and make the tofu more firm.
- Marinate the tofu: This will help to add flavor and depth to the tofu.
- Cook the tofu over medium heat: This will help to prevent the tofu from burning.
- Stir-fry the tofu until it is golden brown: This will give the tofu a nice texture and flavor.
- Add the bok choy and sauce: Cook until the bok choy is wilted and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve immediately: Tofu with bok choy is best served hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Tofu with bok choy is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to make. It is a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The tofu is a good source of protein and the bok choy is a good source of vitamins and minerals. This dish is also low in calories and fat, making it a good choice for those who are watching their weight.
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