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Cashew Tofu

Cultural Context

Originating from Chinese cuisine, Cashew Tofu is a delightful vegetarian dish that combines the rich flavors of tofu with crunchy cashews and vibrant vegetables. It's often enjoyed for its satisfying texture and protein content, making it a popular choice among vegetarians and health-conscious eaters. In modern adaptations, it has gained popularity in various Asian restaurants worldwide, often served with rice or noodles as a hearty meal.

ChineseUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
14 oz super firm tofu
1 cup cashews
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sugar snap peas
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon ginger
3 cloves garlic
4 green onions
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cashews

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: almonds

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide similar crunch with fewer calories.

tofu

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: tempeh

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: seitan

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

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 has heart-healthy fats, while canola oil is more affordable.

1

Start by preparing your side dish, which can be brown rice, whole wheat pasta, or just a bed of broccoli.

2

Use super firm tofu as the main protein source; avoid softer tofu to prevent crumbling.

3

Season and sear the tofu in a large non-stick skillet with a little vegetable oil or broth to make it oil-free.

4

Cook the tofu until golden brown, then remove it from the skillet and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, add minced ginger and garlic, sautรฉing until fragrant.

6

Add broccoli and sugar snap peas to the skillet, stir-frying until they start to char.

7

Add the seared tofu back into the skillet with the vegetables.

8

In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch to create a sauce.

9

Pour the sauce over the tofu and vegetables, tossing to coat everything evenly.

10

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

11

Season with black pepper and salt to taste.

12

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

13

Serve hot over the prepared side dish.

Cooking Techniques

pressingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skilletcutting boardknifesmall bowlspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

milksoytree-nuts

Also Known As

Tofu with CashewsCashew Stir-Fried Tofu

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