Sesame Tofu with Broccoli | Healthy Protein Recipe | Dinner in 20 minutes | Cooking and Cups

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a fermented alternative with higher protein content.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a lighter flavor while being more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Potato starch is a cost-effective thickening agent.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture for 15-20 minutes.

Cut pressed tofu into cubes.

Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green.

Mix soy sauce, cold vegetable stock, cornstarch, cane sugar, ground ginger, and salt in a small bowl until smooth; pour over broccoli.

Add tofu back to the skillet; toss to coat everything in the sauce.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and broccoli is tender-crisp.

Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

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