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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
Tofu Stir-Fry with Green Peppers
comfortingquickChineseveganvegetariangluten-freetofucrispy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 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. Step 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. Step 3

    Add 1 tbsp oil to the skillet. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Add 2 sliced green peppers and 8 oz sliced mushrooms. Stir-fry until peppers are crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

  5. Step 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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