Easy Tofu Stir-Fry Recipe: Healthy, Delicious, and Ready in 15 Minutes | Indoorsy Mom

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh offers a nuttier flavor and is richer in protein.

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 has a higher smoke point and healthy fats.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is gluten-free and works similarly for thickening.

Cut tofu into large cubes.

Slice carrot into thin strips.

Separate the hard stems and the green tops of spring onions.

Slice mushroom buttons and big green chili pepper.

Slice red bell pepper into strips.

Mince garlic cloves.

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

Add tofu and cook until golden brown, then remove from skillet.

In the same skillet, add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.

Add carrots, mushroom buttons, big green chili pepper, and red bell pepper; stir-fry until tender.

Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and oyster sauce; stir to combine.

Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add to the skillet.

Finish with sesame oil and stir until sauce thickens.

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