Tofu Stir Fry

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Tofu Stir Fry
45 min.
4
576kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that caters to a variety of dietary preferences? Look no further than this vibrant Tofu Stir Fry! Perfectly suited for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone seeking a dairy-free option, this dish is not only packed with flavor but also brimming with nutrients. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, hearty tofu, and wholesome whole-wheat lo mein noodles that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.

The star of this recipe is the extra-firm tofu, which, when pressed and sautéed to golden perfection, provides a delightful texture that complements the crispness of baby corn, water chestnuts, and bell peppers. The addition of aromatic garlic and ginger, along with a zesty miso-orange sauce, elevates this stir fry to a whole new level of deliciousness. With a balance of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates, this meal is not only filling but also a great choice for lunch or dinner.

Gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a wholesome, homemade dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is to savor. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining friends, this Tofu Stir Fry is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce baby corns drained and rinsed canned
  • ounce water chestnuts drained and rinsed canned
  • 14 ounces tofu 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • cloves garlic minced
  • piece ginger minced (1 inch)
  • small bell pepper green cored seeded thinly sliced
  •  spring onion cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • ounce lo mein noodles whole-wheat
  • tablespoons miso white
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • teaspoon orange zest 
  • small bell pepper red cored seeded thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sesame oil 
  • tablespoon soya sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • pot
  • colander

Directions

  1. Place tofu in a colander; set a heavy pot on top 10 to 15 minutes to press out moisture. Halve; sprinkle soy sauce, garlic powder, then flour over halves.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Cook tofu until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Slice; set aside. In same skillet, cook peppers and onions, covered, until peppers soften, 7 to 8 minutes. Cook noodles as directed on package.
  3. Whisk miso paste, garlic, ginger, zest, juice and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a bowl.
  4. Add pepper mixture, noodles, corn, water chestnuts; toss. Top with tofu.
  5. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories576kcal
Protein15.54%
Fat23.62%
Carbs60.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
98.13
Glycemic Load
17.96
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.823913173831%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
1.85mg
Naringenin
0.33mg
Luteolin
0.98mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:576.08kcal
28.8%
Fat:15.77g
24.26%
Saturated Fat:2.02g
12.6%
Carbohydrates:91.4g
30.47%
Net Carbohydrates:81.99g
29.82%
Sugar:11.96g
13.28%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1391.38mg
60.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.34g
46.67%
Vitamin C:57.9mg
70.19%
Vitamin K:48.61µg
46.29%
Fiber:9.4g
37.61%
Manganese:0.64mg
31.96%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.23%
Vitamin A:1162.16IU
23.24%
Iron:3.84mg
21.31%
Folate:68.99µg
17.25%
Phosphorus:170.11mg
17.01%
Calcium:168.23mg
16.82%
Potassium:569.61mg
16.27%
Vitamin B3:3.19mg
15.96%
Copper:0.31mg
15.26%
Magnesium:57.65mg
14.41%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.27%
Zinc:1.86mg
12.43%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.33%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.21%
Vitamin E:1.11mg
7.42%
Selenium:4.3µg
6.14%
Source:Epicurious