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Tofu Stir Fry with Cashews

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant culinary traditions of China, stir-fry is a quick and versatile cooking method that highlights fresh vegetables and proteins. Tofu stir fry with cashews is a beloved dish that balances the nutty flavor of cashews with the soft texture of tofu, making it a satisfying meal. Today, this dish is enjoyed globally, often customized with various vegetables and sauces to suit personal tastes.

ChineseUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup water
1 cup instant brown rice
extra firm tofu
cornstarch
Braggs liquid aminos
oil
onions
bell peppers
broccoli
cauliflower
frozen edamame
jarred garlic
1/4 cup Braggs liquid aminos or low sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons dark sesame oil
honey
1-2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 tablespoon Asian garlic chili sauce
fresh ginger
cashews

cashews

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: almonds

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide healthy fats while peanuts are more affordable.

tofu

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tempeh

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein, while seitan is often cheaper.

soy sauce

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tamari

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: coconut aminos

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

sesame oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: olive oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is more budget-friendly.

1

Preheat toaster oven for cooking tofu.

2

Boil 1 cup of water in a pot.

3

Add 1 cup of instant brown rice to boiling water and cover, cooking for about 10 minutes.

4

Open package of extra firm tofu and drain the water.

5

Tear tofu into chunks for a more natural appearance.

6

Add cornstarch to the tofu for crispiness.

7

Add Braggs liquid aminos to the tofu for saltiness.

8

Add a little oil to the tofu and mix to coat.

9

Spread tofu on a parchment-lined pan and place in the toaster oven.

10

While tofu cooks, chop onions and bell peppers for the stir fry.

11

In a non-stick pan, sweat the onions and peppers without oil, adding a tablespoon or two of water as needed.

12

Add chopped broccoli and cauliflower to the pan.

13

Add frozen edamame to the vegetables in the pan.

14

Add jarred garlic to the vegetables.

15

Prepare the sauce by mixing 1/4 cup Braggs liquid aminos, 3 tablespoons dark sesame oil, honey, 1-2 tablespoons rice vinegar, and 1/2 tablespoon Asian garlic chili sauce in a bowl.

16

Grate fresh ginger into the sauce from frozen ginger.

17

Stir the cooked vegetables and flip the tofu to ensure even cooking.

18

Toast cashews in the oven for about 5 minutes to enhance flavor.

19

Combine the cooked tofu with the sauce and vegetables once everything is done.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fryingmarinating

Equipment Needed

toaster ovenpotparchment-lined pannon-stick panbowlgrater

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

soytree-nuts

Also Known As

Vegetable Tofu Stir FryCashew Tofu Stir Fry

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