How should I prepare the tofu?

Before cooking the tofu, you'll want to drain and press it. Open your tofu, drain any liquid and then wrap your tofu in a kitchen towel or paper towels. Then press the tofu using a u003ca href=u0022https://amzn.to/3zzfdN8u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003etofu pressu003c/au003e or place it on a cutting board with a heavy book or weight on top. Ideally you want to press it for 20 - 30 minutes (or more).

How do I cook the tofu?

You'll add the tofu to your skillet (or wok) with oil and cook it for 2 - 3 minutes on each side, until the tofu is mostly browned. It's OK if the tofu isn't perfectly browned on all sides — just try to flip it as you cook and cook the pieces as evenly as possible.

How do you serve this stir fry?

You can eat the tofu and broccoli alone or served over rice (white long-grain rice) or noodles. Popular noodle options include udon, soba, rice noodles, or even spaghetti/linguine noodles.

Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry with Broccoli {30 Minute Recipe!}

Name: Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry with Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu; 1 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil (or olive oil); 2 cups chopped broccoli; ¼ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos, tamari sauce); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or tapioca flour); 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 teaspoons minced ginger

Description

This teriyaki tofu stir fry with broccoli is a quick and simple dinner that you'll find yourself craving again and again. It's ready in only 30 minutes and uses a flavor-loaded teriyaki sauce.

Ingredients

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For the stir fry:

1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu
1 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil (or olive oil)
2 cups chopped broccoli

For the sauce:

¼ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos, tamari sauce)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon cornstarch (or tapioca flour)
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons minced ginger

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Instructions

Prepare the tofu: drain and press the tofu. Cut into cubes.
Make the sauce: in a medium bowl, stir together the ingredients for the sauce until well combined. Set aside.
Cook the broccoli: add a drizzle of oil to a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add the broccoli and saute for 3 - 4 minutes, until barely softened. Set aside.
Cook the tofu: heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the pan and then add the tofu and cook 2- 3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
Make the stir fry: turn the heat to medium low and pour the sauce over the tofu. Let the sauce bubble (turn up the heat if need be) and thicken for about 1 - 2 minutes. Gently stir in the cooked broccoli.
Serve: serve immediately, optionally over rice or noodles and garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Calories: 229
Sugar: 7.6
Sodium: 927
Fat: 14.6
Saturated Fat: 2.3
Carbohydrates: 15.8
Fiber: 2.4
Protein: 10.6

Keywords: asian inspired, broccoli, stir fry, teriyaki, tofu