TOFU AND CABBAGE STIR FRY | HEALTHY STIR FRIED TOFU AND CABBAGE

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein and fiber, while seitan is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

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

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for sautéing.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is gluten-free, while flour is typically cheaper.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into bite-sized pieces.

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

Add tofu pieces and fry until golden brown, turning occasionally.

Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add onion, ginger, and bell peppers; stir-fry until tender.

Add shredded cabbage and continue stir-frying until vegetables are tender-crisp.

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and oyster sauce with cornstarch and water to create a sauce.

Return tofu to the skillet and pour sauce over the mixture.

Stir well to coat everything in the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds; stir to combine.

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