Description
Flavorful Tofu Cabbage Stir Fry is a vibrant, quick meal that combines crispy tofu with fresh vegetables, all tossed in savory soy sauce and aromatic garlic. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its colorful presentation and delightful crunch, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu (extra-firm)
- 2 cups green cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, mix of red and yellow)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 inch fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Optional: Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides (about 8 minutes), flipping occasionally.
- Toss in shredded cabbage and sliced bell peppers. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender yet crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; toss to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional minute.
- Remove from heat; garnish with chopped green onions before serving over rice or noodles if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg