Laquered Tofu with Green Beans Recipe

Name: Laquered Tofu with Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound firm tofu, drained; 1 red bell pepper; 1/4 cup stock; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon mushroom soy sauce; 4 teaspoons roasted peanut oil; 1/4 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch lengths; 5 scallions, sliced 1/2 inch thick; 1/2 teaspoon toasted Szechwan peppercorns; Salt; 1/4 cup roasted cashews

Servings: persons

1 pound firm tofu, drained
1 red bell pepper
1/4 cup stock
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon mushroom soy sauce
4 teaspoons roasted peanut oil
1/4 pound green beans, cut into 2-inch lengths
5 scallions, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1/2 teaspoon toasted Szechwan peppercorns
Salt
1/4 cup roasted cashews

1
Cut the tofu and red pepper into 1 1/2-inch triangles.
2
In a bowl, mix the stock, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic and mushroom soy.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet.
4
Add the tofu and cook, turning once, until golden; transfer to a plate.
5
Add the remaining teaspoon of oil to the pan; add the beans and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6
Add the red pepper and scallions and stir-fry until just tender.
7
Add the tofu and Szechwan peppercorns; season with salt.
8
Pour in the sauce and stir gently until the vegetables and tofu are evenly coated.
9
Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with the cashews.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound firm tofu, drained, 1 red bell pepper, 1/4 cup stock, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Laquered Tofu with Green Beans 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.

Laquered Tofu with Green Beans

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