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Asian Glazed Tofu with Sesame Ginger Vegetables and Rice

Close-up of an Asian inspired Tofu Dish With Rice and Vegetables, featuring glazed tofu cubes, broccoli, and red peppers.
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Prepare a complete, flavorful Asian-inspired meal featuring pan-seared tofu coated in a sweet and savory glaze, served over steamed rice with crisp stir-fried vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup cooked white or brown rice (for serving)
  • For the Sauce: 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the cubed tofu with cornstarch until lightly coated.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the vegetables and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. While the vegetables cook, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha (if using) in a small bowl to create the glaze.
  6. Return the cooked tofu to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared glaze over the tofu and vegetables. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Serve the glazed tofu and vegetables immediately over one cup of cooked rice per serving.

Notes

  • Pressing the tofu thoroughly removes excess water, which helps it crisp up better during cooking.
  • You can substitute the vegetables with mushrooms, snap peas, or bok choy based on what you have available.
  • For a richer flavor, use brown rice instead of white rice.

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