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Vegan Tofu Stir Fry

This vegan Vegetable Tofu Stir Fry recipe is quick and easy to make, packed with flavorful ingredients including bell peppers, broccoli, and water chestnuts, and is perfect for a healthy and delicious weeknight meal. The extra firm tofu is first lightly browned before being combined with the vegetables and coated in a savory sauce made with oyster sauce, sesame oil, and Chinese five spice. Sprinkled with sesame seeds, this stir-fry is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters, whether served over rice or noodles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Block Extra Firm Tofu, Cut into Cubes Drained and patted dry
  • 1 Each Red Bell Pepper, Sliced
  • 1 Each Orange Bell Pepper, Sliced
  • 1 Each Yellow Bell Pepper, Sliced
  • 1 Cup Broccoli Florets
  • 1 Can Sliced Water Chestnuts
  • 1 Each Onion, Sliced
  • 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 2 Tbsp Neutral High Heat Oil (Sesame, Canola, or Avocado)
  • To Taste Salt and Pepper
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch
  • 1/4 Cup Oyster Sauce (Hoisin works too)
  • 1 tsp Chinese Five Spice
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (for garnish)

Equipment

  • 1 Wok (or Frying Pan)
  • 1 Wooden Spoon
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Kid Safe Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the tofu to the pan and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Remove the tofu from the pan and set it aside.
  4. Add additional oil if pan is too dry after tofu is removed
  5. In the same pan, add the sliced onions and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
  6. Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and water chestnuts to the pan. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crispy.
  7. Mix the cornstarch, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and Chinese five spice together in a small bowl.
  8. Pour the sauce into the pan with the vegetables and stir to coat the vegetables evenly.
  9. Add the tofu back into the pan and toss everything together until the tofu is coated in the sauce.
  10. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the stir-fry and serve with rice or noodles