Description
Irresistible Sweet Soy Tofu & Cashew Stir Fry is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings together the satisfying crunch of fresh vegetables, the rich nuttiness of cashews, and the tender bite of perfectly pan-seared tofu. Tossed in a sweet soy sauce blend, this stir fry is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe guarantees an explosion of deliciousness that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 2 cups mixed fresh vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture; cut into cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, cornstarch, and sesame oil; set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides (about 8-10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cashews; stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Pour sauce over the stir-fry; toss to coat and simmer for another minute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg