Stir-Fried Tofu with Broccoli in Garlic Sauce, served with Steamed Jasmine Rice and Fresh Spring Roll Salad
Tips for Experienced Cooks
1. Experiment with adding other vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms to add more texture and flavor to the stir-fry. 2. Try adding freshly grated ginger and garlic to the garlic sauce for a more intense and fresh flavor profile. 3. Consider making a double batch of the garlic sauce and using it as a dip or drizzle for the spring roll salad as well, to bring the dish elements together. 4. If you have access to one, use a carbon steel wok for the stir-fry; it provides better heat distribution and adds authentic wok hei (breath of the wok) flavor to the dish.
Step 1: Prepare the Tofu and Broccoli
In a medium bowl, gently toss the cubed tofu with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and set aside.
- 14 ounces firm tofu (cubed)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Trim the broccoli florets and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and ground ginger until well combined.
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Step 3: Stir-Fry the Tofu and Broccoli
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the cubed tofu and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Cubed tofu from Step 1
Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
- Broccoli florets from Step 1
Pour the garlic sauce from Step 2 into the skillet and stir to coat the tofu and broccoli. Allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for 1-2 minutes.
- Garlic sauce from Step 2
Step 4: Cook the Jasmine Rice
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the jasmine rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- 2 cups jasmine rice
Step 5: Assemble the Spring Roll Salad
In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, cabbage, carrots, mung bean sprouts, and sliced green onions.
- 4 leaves green leaf lettuce (shredded)
- 4 ounces red cabbage (shredded)
- 2 carrots (julienned)
- 4 ounces mung bean sprouts
- 2 tablespoons green onions (sliced)
Step 6: Serve
Divide the stir-fried tofu and broccoli in garlic sauce evenly among 4 plates. Serve with a side of steamed jasmine rice and the fresh spring roll salad.
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 14 ounces firm tofu
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 16 ounces broccoli floret
- 2 carrots carrot
- 4 ounces mung bean sprout
- 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
- 4 ounces red cabbage
- 2 tablespoons green onion
Seasonings & Spices
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Pantry Items
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar