Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry with Broccoli
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.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
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
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.