Best Asparagus And Tofu Stir Fry With Cashews Recipes

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ASPARAGUS TOFU STIR-FRY



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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

ASPARAGUS AND CASHEWS



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I didn't think I liked asparagus until trying this recipe at a Christmas dinner. Now I cook it for any special occasion and everyone oooh's and aah's when I say it's on the menu.

Provided by Shelly Domke

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
1 bunch asparagus stalks, ends cut
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ cup chopped cashews

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a wok over low to medium heat. Add ginger, and stir-fry until slightly brown. Add asparagus, and stir-fry for a few minutes before adding soy sauce and cashews. Cook until asparagus is tender but still crisp and bright green, stirring frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 337.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

BLACK PEPPER STIR-FRIED TOFU AND ASPARAGUS



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This fast, one-skillet stir-fry dinner combines vibrant spring vegetables with hearty tofu in a rich and spicy black-pepper sauce. (Use freshly ground pepper, if possible, for the ideal combination of flavor and heat.) The tofu is simmered in the fragrant sauce, which is spiked with aromatic garlic and ginger until it has absorbed all of the flavors and is nicely glazed. This recipe is perfect for using up that pencil-thin asparagus, which cooks quickly and toes the line between crisp and tender, while sweet snap peas balance out the assertive sauce. The dish can be served over baby spinach or in lettuce cups instead of with rice for a satisfying salad.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, one pot, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons turbinado or light brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce or a vegan alternative
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 pound firm tofu, cut into ½-inch cubes
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as safflower or canola
1 large shallot, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
1 pound pencil-thin asparagus, woody ends trimmed, cut into thirds
4 ounces snap peas, thinly sliced on the diagonal
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
Steamed short-grain brown or white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon black pepper and 2 tablespoons of water. In a large nonstick skillet, combine tofu and half of the black pepper sauce, and season with salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened and nicely coats the tofu, about 5 minutes. Slide glazed tofu and any sauce out onto a rimmed plate.
  • Wipe or rinse out the skillet and heat oil over medium. Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add asparagus and snap peas, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add scallions, the remaining black pepper sauce and the tofu, and cook, stirring, until vegetables are evenly coated in the sauce. Stir in cilantro, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide tofu and vegetables among plates and spoon over any remaining pan sauce. Serve with rice.

CRISPY TOFU WITH CASHEWS AND BLISTERED SNAP PEAS



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A ginger and coconut milk reduction can coat pretty much anything that browns nicely on its own. Here, it's pieces of pan-seared tofu, but small morsels of chicken and pork will work just as well. The soy and the teaspoons of molasses give the sauce a little caramelization, and a little shine and gloss. For a fresh side, add some blistered snap peas, tossed with sliced scallions, a little mint and a splash of rice vinegar. Snow peas, green beans, broccoli or asparagus? If it's fresh and green, it'll work just fine.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     weeknight, one pot, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (14-ounce) block firm or extra-firm tofu, drained
3 tablespoons neutral oil, such as grapeseed, vegetable or canola, plus more as needed
Kosher salt and black pepper
3/4 pound snap peas, trimmed
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated (about 2 tablespoons)
2 garlic cloves, grated
1 (13-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk (light or full-fat)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons molasses, dark brown sugar or honey
1/2 cup toasted cashews
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
4 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/4 cup mint leaves, torn if large
1/2 to 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes (optional)
Rice or any steamed grain, for serving

Steps:

  • Slice the tofu in half horizontally, and leave on paper towels to dry any excess liquid.
  • In a medium skillet or cast-iron pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high until it shimmers. Season both sides of the tofu with salt and black pepper, place in the pan and sear without moving until tofu is browned and golden on both sides, turning once halfway through, about 8 minutes total. Move the tofu to a plate.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to the pan, and add the snap peas. Cook, stirring occasionally, until blistered and just tender, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and move to a bowl.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, add the ginger and garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce and molasses. Simmer, stirring frequently until the sauce reduces and its color deepens to a dark brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. It should coat a spoon without running right off. Stir in the cashews, break the tofu into 1-inch pieces and toss in the pan to coat with sauce. Remove from heat, and taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  • Toss the snap peas with the rice vinegar, scallions, mint and red-pepper flakes, if using. Divide among plates, along with the tofu and cashews. Serve with rice or any steamed grain.

TOFU, GREENS & CASHEW STIR-FRY



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Healthy, light and quick - just what you need in an after-work meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 head broccoli , cut into small florets
4 garlic cloves , sliced
1 red chilli , deseeded and finely sliced
1 bunch spring onions , sliced
140g soya bean
2 heads pak choi , quartered
2 x 150g packs marinated tofu pieces
1 ½ tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce (add extra to suit your own taste)
25g roasted cashew nuts

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a non-stick wok. Add the broccoli, then fry on a high heat for 5 mins or until just tender, adding a little water if it begins to catch. Add the garlic and chilli, fry for 1 min, then toss through the spring onions, soya beans, pak choi and tofu. Stir-fry for 2-3 mins. Add the hoisin, soy and nuts to warm through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 3.49 milligram of sodium

ASPARAGUS BEEF CASHEW STIR-FRY



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As appetizing to the eye as it is to the palate, this stovetop specialty features lots of vegetables, beef and crunchy cashews. The recipe comes from a local restaurant. -Joyce Huebner, Marinette, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup beef broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 whole garlic cloves
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-1/2-inch pieces
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 large carrot, cut into 2-1/2-inch strips
2-1/2 cups sliced cooked roast beef (2-1/2-inch strips)
1 cup salted cashew halves
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Stir in soy sauce and sugar; set aside. In a wok or large skillet, heat oil; add garlic. Cook and stir until lightly browned, about 1 minute; discard garlic., Stir-fry the asparagus, onions, red pepper and carrot until crisp-tender, 15-20 minutes. Add beef and heat through. Stir reserved sauce; add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cashews. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 815mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

ASPARAGUS CASHEW STIR-FRY



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When I'm in the mood for Chinese food, I turn to this snappy recipe. The colorful nutty dish is sure to stir your creativity...substitute broccoli for the asparagus or add carrots and mushrooms. -Christine Sherrill of Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup lightly salted cashews
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the asparagus, onions and red pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce and ginger until blended; gradually stir into the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce heat; add cashews and sesame oil. Cook 2 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS WITH CASHEWS



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This is best prepared in a wok, but can be made in a skillet with high sloped sides. This dish combines a delicious array of flavors that will compliment almost any dinner.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons ginger, minced
1/2 cup shiitake mushroom
1/2 cup roasted cashews
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat wok or skillet to medium high or 325.
  • Snap off tough ends of asparagus. Cut asparagus into 2 inch pieces.
  • Pour oils around top of a preheated wok or skillet for 2 minutes. Add ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds.
  • Add asparagus, and stir fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms, and stir fry 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • Add cashews and soy sauce; toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.3, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 256.8, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 4.8

ASPARAGUS AND CASHEW STIR FRY



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The combination of fresh asparagus and crunchy, salty cashews is a winner. As a side vegetable it goes well with simple grilled fish, pork, and poultry. Or, I've just sauteed some cubed, boneless chicken breasts to the skillet before adding the asparagus. It's delicious either way.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted cashews
1 tablespoon soy sauce or 1 tablespoon nama shoyu

Steps:

  • Cut off the tough ends of the asparagus, and then slice diagonally into 2-3 pieces.
  • Heat the oil together in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat.
  • Add the ginger and stir fry for 1 minute.
  • Add the asparagus and stir fry until tender but still a tiny bit crisp, 4-5 minutes. Stir in the cashews and soy sauce.
  • Serve immediately.

ASPARAGUS-TOFU NOODLE STIR-FRY



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This healthy, absolutely delicious vegetarian dish comes from Mollie Katzen's great cookbook "Still Life with Menu." You can do steps 1 and 2 well ahead of time. If you cook the noodles ahead, store them in water until use, then drain thoroughly.

Provided by hannahactually

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 scallions, minced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chinese dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon honey or 1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb vermicelli or 1/2 lb linguine
1/2 lb tofu, in small dice
2 tablespoons peanut oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil
1 lb slim asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch lengths
15 mushrooms, sliced
toasted sesame seeds or cashews, for the top

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, red pepper, lemon juice, sesame oil, water, sugar or honey, and salt. Stir in the tofu. Cover and let stand for at least 15 minutes (longer is OK . You can prepare the other ingredients during this time.).
  • Cook the noodles in plenty of boiling, salted water until tender. Drain, rinse in warm water, and drain again.
  • Place a large wok over medium heat and wait a minute or two. Add 2 tablespoons peanut or canola oil, then turn up the heat. Add the asparagus and mushrooms, and stir-fry for several minutes until the asparagus is just tender.
  • Add the drained noodles and stir-fry for about 3 more minutes, keeping the heat high. (It helps to use tongs for the stirring at this point.).
  • Pour in the entire bowlful of marinade-plus-tofu. Cook and stir another 3 minutes or so, or until the sauce is well distributed and everything is heated through.
  • Serve immediately, topped with toasted sesame seeds and/or cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.4, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Sodium 826.9, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 10.4, Protein 17.8

SESAME-GINGER ASPARAGUS AND TOFU STIR-FRY



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A tasty meatless stir-fry. This is fairly mild, spice-wise. Feel free to add more "heat". Time does not include marinating time.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Asian

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

16 ounces firm tofu, drained
4 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
4 green onions, sliced (white and green parts)
1 lb fresh asparagus
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
5 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons peanut oil

Steps:

  • Place tofu between several sheets of paper towels on a plate and top with another plate or heavy pan and let sit for 30 minutes to press out liquid. Discard towels and turn tofu block on it's side and slice in half, making halves about 1 inch thick. Place slices in a pie plate or shallow baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix vinegar, sesame oil, 2 tbls soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic and chili sauce. Pour this mixture over the tofu slices and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours, turning slices over halfway through.
  • Wash asparagus and snap off tough ends. Slice spears and tips into 1-inch pieces.
  • Remove tofu from marinade and pat dry. Save marinade.
  • Mix reserved marinade in a bowl with 1/4 cup soy sauce, lime juice, water and cornstarch.
  • Cut tofu slices into 1-inch cubes.
  • Heat oil over medium-high heat in wok or large skillet and stir-fry tofu until it begins brown, about 5 minutes. Remove tofu from pan to a plate.
  • Add asparagus, green onion and mushrooms to wok or skillet (add more oil if needed) and stir-fry until asparagus is just beginning to be tender, about 6 minutes. Return tofu to pan and stir-fry another minute or two.
  • Stir in marinade mixture and bring to a boil, cooking until slightly thickened. Serve at once over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.5, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 989.6, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 14.3

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