BLACK PEPPER STIR-FRIED TOFU AND ASPARAGUS
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
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.
ASPARAGUS TOFU STIR-FRY
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
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
SOBA-NOODLE BOWL WITH TOFU
Everyone will adore the combination of cold soba noodles, gingery asparagus, and luscious steamed tofu in this quick and easy dinner that's vegan to boot.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook noodles in a pot of boiling water until al dente, about 4 minutes. Drain; run under cold water. Stir together soy sauce, lime juice, chili sauce, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon oil. Season with salt.
- Heat a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high. Add remaining 1 teaspoon oil, ginger, and asparagus; season with salt. Cook 1 minute. Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and cook, shaking pan occasionally, until crisp-tender, 3 minutes. Transfer asparagus to a cutting board; let cool, then slice on the bias. Toss with noodles and 1/4 cup dressing. Return skillet to medium-high heat; add tofu. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 6 to 8 minutes. Divide noodles among bowls. Top with tofu, cilantro, sesame seeds, and more dressing; serve.
SMOKED TOFU AND ASPARAGUS TOSS
My sis and me threw this together one night for dinner and loved it. It has a slight asian twist to it and is a snap to make, too. I hope youll enjoy this as much as we do!
Provided by Lalaloula
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan.
- Add the asparagus pieces and sautee for about 5 minutes or until slightly browned.
- Add tofu cubes and spices and sautee over medium heat for another 5 minutes.
- Add the vinegar, turn off heat and allow to cook for another few minutes. Then add the oil and serve.
- Note: My asian wok spice has paprika, coriander, onion, ginger, chile, garlic, fenugreek seeds, turmeric, fennel seeds, cumin, sesame seeds, cardamom, mustard seeds, nutmeg and cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.6, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 2.7, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 2.5
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