Five Spice Steamy Tofu Recipe

Name: Five Spice Steamy Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package tofu, pressed and frozen (freezing is optional); 2 diced scallions; 3 ½ tablespoons dark soy sauce or 6 tablespoons regular soy sauce; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sherry wine; ½ tablespoon black bean sauce; 2 teaspoons five-spice powder; ½ teaspoon minced garlic; ¼ teaspoon ginger or 2 teaspoons gingerroot; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 ½ cups broccoli florets; 1 ½ cups sliced mushrooms; ½ cup bamboo shoot; ½ cup water chestnut; 1 12-2 cups bok choy, diced; 1 12 green bell peppers, diced

Servings: persons

1 (12 ounce) package tofu, pressed and frozen (freezing is optional)
2 diced scallions
3 ½ tablespoons dark soy sauce or 6 tablespoons regular soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sherry wine
½ tablespoon black bean sauce
2 teaspoons five-spice powder
½ teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon ginger or 2 teaspoons gingerroot
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 ½ cups broccoli florets
1 ½ cups sliced mushrooms
½ cup bamboo shoot
½ cup water chestnut
1 12-2 cups bok choy, diced
1 12 green bell peppers, diced

1
Dice the tofu into small, stir-fryable squares.
2
Combine the sherry, vinegar, soy sauce, five spice powder, black bean sauce, and ginger in a small container, whisk together thoroughly to combine.
3
Place the tofu with the sauce and marinade for 1-4 hours, making sure tofu is well covered by shaking or turning occasionally.
4
Heat oil in wok or nonstick pan, add scallions and garlic, stir fry to season for 1-2 minutes.
5
Remove tofu from marinade and add to wok, stirfry until nicely browned, 5-10 minutes.
6
Add water chestnuts, broccoli, and bamboo shoots, stirfry for 3-6 minutes.
7
Add mushrooms and bell pepper, stir fry for 3-6 minutes.
8
Add bok choy and remaining sauce mixture, thickened with cornstarch if you like, and simmer for 5-15 minutes.
9
Serve alongside a hot, spicy, and colorful dish for contrast and with steamed brown rice.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 ounce) package tofu, pressed and frozen (freezing is optional), 2 diced scallions, 3 ½ tablespoons dark soy sauce or 6 tablespoons regular soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Five Spice Steamy Tofu 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.

Five Spice Steamy Tofu

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