Cookin' Time: Feisty Tofu Stir Fry (Super Natural Simple by Heidi Swanson)

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is more affordable.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a natural thickener, while potato starch is often cheaper.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture for 15 minutes.

Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes.

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

Add tofu and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove tofu from skillet and set aside.

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

Add bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Return tofu to the skillet and add soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes; stir to combine.

Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.

Stir in lime juice and scallions just before serving.

Garnish with cilantro before serving.

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