Green Bean Tofu Stir Fry Recipe

Name: Green Bean Tofu Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 packet extra firm tofu; 2 egg whites,beaten with 2TB. of skim milk; 1 bunch green beans, cut into 1in pieces; 1 tablespoon grated garlic; 1 tablespoon grated ginger; 2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1 tablespoon cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons black bean sauce; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 tablespoon of oil; salt/pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 packet extra firm tofu
2 egg whites,beaten with 2TB. of skim milk
1 bunch green beans, cut into 1in pieces
1 tablespoon grated garlic
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons black bean sauce
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon of oil
salt/pepper to taste

1
Gently dry of excess moisture from the tofu by blotting with a paper towel.
2
Evenly cut the tofu into two sections. Place sections on top of each other and cut into fourths horizontally, and then cut into fourths vertically. You should have 32 cubes when done.
3
Coat the cubes in the egg white mixture.
4
In a saucepan, add the oil and place on medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the cumin seeds, salt, ginger and garlic. Saute for about 2 minutes. Add the coriander powder and black bean sauce. Add the tofu and cook for another minute, stirring constantly (add some water if mixture is too dry).
5
Add the green beans and saute for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
6
Add the lemon juice and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to thicken.
7
Enjoy this stir fry with some brown rice! Serves 4.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 packet extra firm tofu, 2 egg whites,beaten with 2TB. of skim milk, 1 bunch green beans, cut into 1in pieces, 1 tablespoon grated garlic, and more.

Yes, Green Bean 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.

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Green Bean Tofu Stir Fry

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Variations & substitutions

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