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Sesame Ginger Tofu and Veggie Stir Fry
For High Blood Sugar
High Fiber
0 kcal
0 gfat
0 gcarbs
0 gprotein
Nutrition Notes
For Blood Sugar High *
Recipe is moderate in carbs and sugars. Brown sugar may spike blood sugar; consider reducing or subs...
High Fiber *
Good choice for high-fiber diet. Vegetables & tofu contribute fiber, but serving with brown rice or ...
* Gluten is an early-stage product and can make mistakes. Verify its outputs.
Ingredients
- 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons high heat oil (such as avocado)
- 2 ½ cups green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup baby carrots, cut lengthwise
- 1 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 ½ tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or GF tamari)
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Preparation
- 1
Step 1
TOFU: Drain tofu from packaging. Place tofu on a plate with a folded tea towel. Place another tea towel on top (in the shape of the tofu) followed by another plate and a heavy cast iron skillet or metal cans. Or simply use a tofu press. Let tofu dry for 15-20 minutes or up to 1 hour. Then, cut into ¾-1 inch cubes and toss in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and the ½ teaspoon of salt in a zip-top bag until coated. - 2
Step 2
BLEND: While the tofu is drying, prepare the sauce. Combine sauce ingredients in a blender until completely smooth (see notes) Set aside. - 3
Step 3
CRISPY TOFU: In a wok or large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil. Add tofu and let fry for 3-7 minutes. Flip tofu as needed to brown on all sides. Add 2 tablespoons of prepared sauce and allow to cook until the sauce coats the tofu; about 2-3 minutes. When the tofu is caramelized, remove to a plate. - 4
Step 4
STIR FRY:Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan, if needed. Toss in veggies and cook for 3-4 minutes, tossing as needed to desired doneness. Add tofu back to the skillet. Stir the sauce to combine and pour it in. Stir to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the tofu soaks up the sauce. - 5
Step 5
SERVE: Serve warm with rice, quinoa, noodles, cauliflower rice, or on its own. The tofu will lose it's crispness as it sits. Best when eaten fresh. Bon appetit!
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