Teriyaki-glazed Asparagus, Kale and Tofu Stir-fry

Name: Teriyaki-glazed Asparagus, Kale and Tofu Stir-fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cups Pure Maple Syrup; 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar; 2 Tablespoons Shoyu (or Soy Sauce); 2 Tablespoons Blackstrap Molasses; 1 Tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil; 4 cloves Garlic, Pressed; 3/4 teaspoons Ground Ginger; 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch; 1/4 cups Water; 3/4 pounds, 38 ounces, weight Extra Firm Tofu, Pressed And Cut Into 2 Centimeter-sized Cubes; 2 Tablespoons Sunflower Oil, For Frying; 1 bunch Asparagus (1 Bunch Should Be About 25 Spears), Tough End Removed Then Chopped Into 1-inch Pieces; 4 leaves Kale, Ribs Removed Then Chopped; 4 cups Cooked Brown Rice Or Quinoa, Quantity Depends On Your Preference Of Serving Size

Servings: persons

1/4 cups Pure Maple Syrup
2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar
2 Tablespoons Shoyu (or Soy Sauce)
2 Tablespoons Blackstrap Molasses
1 Tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
4 cloves Garlic, Pressed
3/4 teaspoons Ground Ginger
1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
1/4 cups Water
3/4 pounds, 38 ounces, weight Extra Firm Tofu, Pressed And Cut Into 2 Centimeter-sized Cubes
2 Tablespoons Sunflower Oil, For Frying
1 bunch Asparagus (1 Bunch Should Be About 25 Spears), Tough End Removed Then Chopped Into 1-inch Pieces
4 leaves Kale, Ribs Removed Then Chopped
4 cups Cooked Brown Rice Or Quinoa, Quantity Depends On Your Preference Of Serving Size

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Prepare the teriyaki sauce by whisking together the maple syrup, rice vinegar, shoyu, molasses, sesame oil, pressed garlic, and ginger in a 4-cup liquid measuring cup.
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Set aside.
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In a separate small dish, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water.
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Add the starch/water mixture to the rest of the sauce ingredients and whisk until combined.
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Set aside.
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Place the pressed, cubed tofu into a medium mixing bowl and pour the sauce over the top.
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Allow the tofu to marinate for 1520 minutes.
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Once the tofu has finished marinating, heat a medium non-stick skillet on medium-high heat.
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Dry fry the marinated tofu cubes (reserving the teriyaki sauce), flipping often for 58 minutes total or until browned on all sides.
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Remove from heat and set aside.
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Heat the sunflower oil in a large skillet or wok on medium-high heat.
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Add the chopped asparagus and kale and stir-fry for 810 minutes, until the asparagus is fork-tender and the kale pieces have wilted.
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Add the tofu into the skillet with the veggies and pour the reserved teriyaki sauce over top.
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Cook a few minutes more, stirring often, until the sauce has thickened and evenly glazes the entire stir-fry.
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Serve on a bed of cooked brown rice or quinoa.

857

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cups Pure Maple Syrup, 2 Tablespoons Rice Vinegar, 2 Tablespoons Shoyu (or Soy Sauce), 2 Tablespoons Blackstrap Molasses, and more.

Yes, Teriyaki-glazed Asparagus, Kale and 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!