Five-Spice Tofu Stir-Fry with Carrots and Celery

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Five-Spice Tofu Stir-Fry with Carrots and Celery
45 min.
4
172kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful dish? Look no further than our Five-Spice Tofu Stir-Fry with Carrots and Celery. This vibrant and colorful recipe is not only a feast for the eyes but also packed with nutrition and taste, making it the perfect side dish for any meal.

Harnessing the aromatic power of five-spice seasoning combined with the freshness of crisp carrots and celery, this stir-fry brings a unique twist to your dinner table. The savory baked five-spice tofu adds a delicious protein punch while maintaining a plant-based profile, ideal for vegetarians and vegans alike. Plus, it’s gluten-free and dairy-free, catering to various dietary preferences!

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this easy, yet impressive dish that serves four people. The simplicity of the preparation, with minimal equipment needed, makes this a go-to recipe for busy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Imagine the mesmerizing blend of flavors and aromas filling your kitchen as you cook this delicious stir-fry. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes that will leave your taste buds dancing.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a wholesome and satisfying culinary experience with our Five-Spice Tofu Stir-Fry — a dish that exemplifies the joys of vegetarian cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups matchstick-size strips carrots ( 3 medium)
  • cups matchstick-size strips celery ( 3 long stalks)
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper white
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons asian sesame oil 
  • tablespoon rice wine dry chinese ( rice wine)
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • ounces savory baked five-spice tofu cakes cut into matchstick-size strips ( 2 squares)
  • 1.3 ounces szechuan preserved vegetable canned rinsed finely chopped
  • tablespoons vegetable oil divided

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. Heat 14-inch-diameter flat-bottomed wok or heavy 12-inch-diameter skillet over high heat until drop of water added to wok evaporates on contact.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil and swirl, then add tofu and stir-fry until tofu just begins to brown, about 1 minute.
  3. Transfer tofu to plate.
  4. Add remaining 1 tablespoon peanut oil to same wok (do not clean).
  5. Add carrots, celery, and Szechuan preserved vegetable and stir-fry until carrots are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Return tofu to wok; add rice wine, salt, sugar, and white pepper. Stir-fry to blend, about 1 minute.
  6. Remove pan from heat; stir in sesame oil and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories172kcal
Protein14.59%
Fat60.22%
Carbs25.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.23
Glycemic Load
3.11
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.599130506101%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.44mg
Luteolin
0.6mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:171.72kcal
8.59%
Fat:11.58g
17.82%
Saturated Fat:1.66g
10.35%
Carbohydrates:10.9g
3.63%
Net Carbohydrates:7.46g
2.71%
Sugar:4.38g
4.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:381.76mg
16.6%
Alcohol:0.6g
100%
Alcohol %:0.39%
100%
Protein:6.32g
12.63%
Vitamin A:11368.46IU
227.37%
Vitamin K:36.02µg
34.31%
Fiber:3.44g
13.76%
Calcium:115.11mg
11.51%
Potassium:355.98mg
10.17%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.56%
Folate:32.92µg
8.23%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.62%
Vitamin C:6.29mg
7.62%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.72%
Iron:1.08mg
6.02%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.51%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.33%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.25%
Phosphorus:40.19mg
4.02%
Magnesium:15.71mg
3.93%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.13%
Copper:0.06mg
2.82%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.75%
Source:Epicurious