TOFU BROCCOLI STIR FRY RECIPE| Hameesha

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a fermented soy product with higher protein content.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari is often cheaper and gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a neutral alternative.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Flour can thicken sauces but may alter texture.

Drain the excess moisture from the tofu with a kitchen towel and cut into cubes.

Combine cornflour, salt and pepper in a bowl. Coat the tofu cubes with flour.

Add oil to a pan and layer the tofu cubes and cook on low to medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. Do not cover and cook evenly turning as needed.

Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, hot sauce, corn flour and mix. Add water and mix till smooth and not lumpy.

Heat a skillet and add oil. Add chopped garlic and ginger. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes stirring occasionally. Add salt and red pepper flakes.

Add the prepared sauce and cook for 2 minutes on high flame till the sauce thickens. Add fried tofu and toss to mix. Top with sesame seeds and spring onions.

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