Asparagus Tofu Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Asparagus Tofu Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1-1/4 cups vegetable broth; 4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided; 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided; 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups hot cooked brown rice; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1-1/4 cups vegetable broth
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot, divided
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, halved and sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked brown rice
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

1
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, sugar, broth and soy sauce until smooth; set aside.
2
In a
3
or wok, stir-fry 1 teaspoon ginger in 1 teaspoon oil for 1 minute. Add asparagus; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add squash; stir-fry 2 minutes longer. Add onions; stir-fry 1 minute longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove and keep warm.
4
In the same pan, stir-fry tofu, salt, pepper and remaining ginger in remaining oil for 7-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm.
5
Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add asparagus mixture and tofu; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with almonds.

475

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1-1/4 cups vegetable broth, 4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Tofu Stir-Fry falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Asparagus Tofu Stir-Fry

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