Spicystirfriedtofuwithbokchoyorbabybroccoli Recipes

SPICY STIR-FRIED TOFU WITH BOK CHOY OR BABY BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat in a large, heavy nonstick skillet or wok, and stir-fry the tofu until lightly colored. Remove from the heat, and drain on paper towels. (See description for flavoring ideas).
• Add the remaining oil to the pan, then add the red pepper. Stir fry for three minutes, and add the garlic, ginger and the light part of the scallions. Stir-fry for about 15 seconds, then add the bok choy or baby broccoli.
• Stir-fry for about one minute, until coated with oil and beginning to wilt, and add the water. Cook, stirring, until the water evaporates, about two to three minutes, and stir in the tofu, the soy sauce and chili paste. (I had a hard time evaporating the water and ended up pouring it out of the pan before adding the soy, chili paste, and tofu.).
• Stir-fry for a couple of minutes, until the ingredients are well seasoned. Remove from the heat, sprinkle on the green part of the scallions (and maybe sesame seeds) and serve.

STIR-FRIED TOFU, PEPPERS & BROCCOLI

Steps:

• With a sharp knife, cut the tofu into 1/2-inch chunks.
• In a glass bowl large enough to hold the tofu, mix the soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, 1 clove of the chopped garlic, sugar and red pepper flakes.
• Add the tofu and mix gently.
• Set aside for 10 minutes to marinate.
• In a large saute pan or wok, heat the oil until hot.
• Add the remaining clove of chopped garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
• Add the broccoli and red pepper and cook, tossing the vegetables, for 3 minutes.
• Add the tofu and marinade and cook until heated through.
• Serve with steamed rice or cooked chinese noodles.

NOODLES WITH STIR-FRIED TOFU AND BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Cut tofu into 1/2 inch thick slices.
• Dry by blotting between layers of paper towels or, preferably, clean tea towels.
• Cut blotted tofu into 1/2 inch dice.
• Cook noodles according to package directions and drain.
• Heat oil in a wok or extra large skillet.
• With heat on medium high, stir fry tofu until golden on most sides.
• Remove from pan.
• Combine broccoli with 1/4 cup of water in the pan.
• Cover and steam until tender crisp.
• Add tofu, cooked noodles and stir fry sauce to pan.
• Toss gently until well coated.
• Cook until heated through.