Vegan Tofu Stir Fry
Ingredients
Crispy tofu
- 14 ounces extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes (*see note)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoons grapeseed oil (or any oil with high smoke point), more if needed
Sauce
- 1/4 cup tamari sauce, low sodium. Sub soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1-2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/3 cup vegetable broth, low sodium
- 2-3 cloves garlic, grated or minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger (sub with frozen, jarred or paste)
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
Stir fry
- 8 ounces stir fry noodles (sub with preferred noodles)
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil (or any oil with high smoke point)
- 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 small head (3 cups) broccoli, cut into small florets (about 1.5")
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (*optional)
Preparation
In a large bowl, gently toss the tofu cubes with the corn starch and salt until all sides are coated. Also, prepare a paper towel-lined plate for when tofu is cooked and set aside.
Add all the sauce ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk to combine well. Taste and adjust flavor if needed. Set aside.
Cook stir-fry noodles according to package directions. Reduce the cook time by 1-2 minutes for firmer noodles. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Drizzle with oil to prevent sticking.
Heat up a Wok or Large Skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. Once heated add oil and wait until it shimmers. Now add prepared tofu cubes and let them sit for 1-2 minutes to brown. Using tongs or sturdy spatula, flip to the other side to brown. Continue until all sides are crispy. Remove from heat and place tofu on the paper towel-lined plate. Wipe out wok.
Place the wok back on the stove over medium-high heat. Once heated, add the oil and wait for it to shimmer. Now add the onions and stir fry for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened. Add the optional red pepper flakes.
Add broccoli and bell pepper to the wok and stir fry until slightly softened.
Pour in the sauce and cook until heated through and thickened.
Add the cooked tofu and noodles, stir to combine, and serve.
