Manchurian Green Beans With Tofu Recipe

Name: Manchurian Green Beans With Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 (12- to 16-ounce) package extra-firm tofu; 1 1/2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed, cut into 3-inch pieces; 2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts; about 1/2 cup); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 teaspoon); 1 (2-inch) piece finely chopped, peeled fresh ginger (about 3 tablespoons); 2 arbol chiles (or other small dried red chiles, such as Thai or Indian red chiles); 1/4 cup low-sodium tamari (or low-sodium soy sauce); 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder

Servings: persons

1/2 (12- to 16-ounce) package extra-firm tofu
1 1/2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed, cut into 3-inch pieces
2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts; about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
1 (2-inch) piece finely chopped, peeled fresh ginger (about 3 tablespoons)
2 arbol chiles (or other small dried red chiles, such as Thai or Indian red chiles)
1/4 cup low-sodium tamari (or low-sodium soy sauce)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons arrowroot powder

1
Drain the tofu and press it between your hands to remove excess liquid. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes in a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden and crispy on all sides.
2
Meanwhile, to make the sauce, in a separate, large nonstick saute pan, combine the garlic, ginger, and chiles and toast over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until they are aromatic, stirring constantly so they dont burn. Add the green beans and 3/4 cup water. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, until the beans are cooked but still crunchy. (Cook them for about 3 minutes if you like your vegetables al dente.)
3
Combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, arrowroot, and 1/4 cup water to make a slurry and whisk with a fork until no lumps remain. Pour the slurry into the saute pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Add the tofu and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the sauce coats the tofu and beans. Stir in the scallions and cilantro. Serve warm.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 (12- to 16-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, 1 1/2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed, cut into 3-inch pieces, 2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts; about 1/2 cup), 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Manchurian Green Beans With 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.

Manchurian Green Beans With Tofu

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