Sunday, February 6, 2011

Spicy Stir Fried Tofu with Snow Peas, Peanut Butter and Mushrooms


Ingredients
  • 1 (14-ounce) package extrafirm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 3/4 pound snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 cup red bell pepper strips
  • 3/4 cup water, divided
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms (about 8 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari
  • 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha (hot chile sauce, such as Huy Fong)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation
  • Place tofu cubes on several layers of paper towels. Cover with additional paper towels; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu to pan; cook 7 minutes or until lightly browned, gently turning occasionally. Remove from pan; keep warm. Add snow peas, bell pepper, 1/4 cup water, onions, ginger, and garlic to pan; stir-fry 3 minutes. Add mushrooms; stir-fry 2 minutes.
  • Combine remaining 1/2 cup water, tamari, peanut butter, cornstarch, Sriracha, and salt in a small bowl; stir well. Add tamari mixture and tofu to pan; cook 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly.

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