Tofu Stir-Fry with Green Peppers
A quick and savory weeknight stir-fry featuring crispy golden tofu, tender green peppers, and mushrooms in a simple garlicky sauce.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 16g
Ingredients
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 2 medium green bell peppers
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Press the 14 oz tofu for 10 minutes, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add tofu in a single layer and cook until golden on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove to a plate.
- 3
Add 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Add 2 sliced green peppers and 8 oz sliced mushrooms. Stir-fry until peppers are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Return tofu to the skillet. Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 cup water. Stir and simmer until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring cups and spoons
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