Broccoli and Tofu Stir-fry in a Peanut Sauce with White/Brown Rice

Original Recipe Yield 6-8 servings

 

Ingredients

• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 3-4 heads of Broccoli, chopped
• 2-4 Carrots, sliced
• 1-2 Bell Peppers, sliced
• Crispy Fried Tofu (see recipe)
• Peanut Sauce (see recipe)
• ¼ cup whole peanuts
• 1- 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1-2 cups cooked brown rice

Directions

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium heat and stir-fry vegetables until tender.
2. Add peanuts, Crispy Fried Tofu and Peanut Sauce to vegetable stir-fry.  Cook and stir until well coated with sauce.
3. Serve over white/brown rice.

Crispy Fried Tofu

Ingredients

• 2 blocks of extra firm tofu
• 5 tbsp of flour
• 3 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp each of salt and pepper
• 4-6 tbsp olive oil

Directions

1. Slice tofu into cubes, approx. ½ inch
2. Combine all dry ingredients with tofu cubes and gently toss to coat well.
3. In a large skillet or wok, heat oil over medium heat and add coated tofu cubes.  Turn occasionally until golden and crispy, approx. 4-6 minutes.

Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp smooth peanut butter
• 2 tsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• Juice of ½ lemon
• ½ cup of water

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine all ingredients. 
2. Stir constantly over medium heat until smooth; be cautious not to burn sauce.
3. Use more water if needed for desired consistency.