STIR-FRIED TOFU WITH CABBAGE, CARROTS AND RED PEPPERS

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This is a beautiful stir-fry using vegetables that are easy to keep on hand, as they all stay fresh for more than a week in the refrigerator.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces firm tofu, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce (more to taste)
1 tablespoon Shao Hsing rice wine or dry sherry
2 teaspoons dark Asian sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, preferably white pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 medium carrot, cut in 1/4-by-2-inch matchsticks (about 1 cup julienne)
1 medium red bell pepper, cut in 1/4-by-2-inch matchsticks (about 1 cup julienne)
1 pound cabbage, cored and shredded
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Place the tofu dominoes on paper towels. Place another paper towel on top and prepare the remaining ingredients.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup combine the soy sauce, rice wine or sherry, and the sesame oil. Combine the salt, pepper and sugar in another small bowl. Have all the ingredients within arm's length of your pan.
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in 1 tablespoon of the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the tofu. Reduce the heat to medium and stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes, until the tofu begins to brown. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds.
  • Swirl in the remaining oil and add the carrots, red pepper and cabbage. Turn the heat to high and stir-fry for 1 minute, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the salt, pepper and sugar, toss together and add the soy sauce mixture. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in the cilantro, and serve with grains.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 260, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 318 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Mahim Joy
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This dish was so bad that I threw it in the trash. The tofu was bland, the vegetables were overcooked, and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this dish to anyone.


Sk Sofi
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This dish was the worst thing I have ever eaten. The tofu was bland, the vegetables were overcooked, and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this dish to anyone.


carguy01
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This dish was terrible! The tofu was bland, the vegetables were overcooked, and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this dish to anyone.


Usman Cricket
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I didn't like this dish at all. The tofu was bland, the vegetables were overcooked, and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this dish to others.


hayan khan
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This dish was a disappointment. The tofu was bland, the vegetables were overcooked, and the sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this dish to others.


Wanga Marquele
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I wasn't a big fan of this dish. The tofu was too crispy, and the vegetables were too overcooked. The sauce was also too sweet for my taste.


janine odendaal
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This dish was okay. The tofu was a bit bland, and the vegetables were a bit overcooked. The sauce was also a bit too sweet for my taste.


Som Design
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The tofu was a bit too crispy for my taste, but the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very good. Overall, I enjoyed this dish.


Abdul. Aziz
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I really enjoyed this stir-fried tofu dish. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very good. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Ozllem Arsin
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This dish was a great way to sneak some vegetables into my kids' diet. They loved the crispy tofu and the sweet and savory sauce. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Md Noushad
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This was a delicious and healthy meal. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very good. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Juan Saldana
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover tofu. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very good. I will definitely be making this dish again.


ifra shafiq
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I was really impressed with this stir-fried tofu dish. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very good. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Sagar Sagr
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This dish was so delicious! The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Saifu Rahman
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I love how easy this dish was to make. I was able to get it on the table in under 30 minutes. The tofu was a great source of protein, and the vegetables added a nice crunch and flavor.


Ryan Hastings
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This stir-fried tofu dish was a hit with my family! The tofu was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The sauce was flavorful and not too salty. I will definitely be making this dish