Stir Fry Tofu and Broccoli | Healthy Recipe

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is higher in protein, while seitan is often cheaper and has a similar texture.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

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

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with high smoke point, canola is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier, sunflower oil is a more budget-friendly option.

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

Cut pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes.

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

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

Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add broccoli florets, chopped onion, and diced red bell pepper; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp.

Return the tofu to the skillet; add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar.

Season with black pepper to taste.

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