Tofu Stir-Fry with Brown Rice

Ingredients

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 cup snap peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 2 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp cornstarch (for sauce)

For the Brown Rice:

• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

Prepare the Brown Rice:

1. Rinse the brown rice under cold water.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil with a pinch of salt.
3. Add the brown rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Prepare the Tofu:

1. Press the tofu to remove excess water. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
2. In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
3. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Prepare the Stir-Fry:

1. In the same skillet or wok, add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
2. Add the minced garlic and fresh ginger, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the bell pepper, broccoli florets, sliced carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, and 1 tsp cornstarch.
5. Return the tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over the stir-fry. Toss to coat evenly and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Serve:

1. Serve the tofu stir-fry over the cooked brown rice.

Shopping List

For the Stir-Fry:

• 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
• Soy sauce
• Cornstarch
• Vegetable oil
• 1 bell pepper
• Broccoli
• 1 carrot
• Snap peas
• Garlic
• Fresh ginger
• Green onions
• Hoisin sauce
• Rice vinegar
• Sesame oil

For the Brown Rice:

• Brown rice