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Honey-Ginger Tofu And Vegetable Stir-Fry

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  • Prep Time20 min
  • Total Time35 min
  • Makes4 servings
Honey-Ginger Tofu And Vegetable Stir-Fry

(Photo: Erik Putz)

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This spicy-sweet vegetarian stir-fry is loaded with protein and ready in less than 35 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 350 g chow mein noodles

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 1 tbsp grated ginger

  • 350 g extra-firm tofu, cubed

  • 2 tbsp canola oil

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 2 bundles asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-in. pieces

  • 1 carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks

  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • BOIL noodles in a large pot of water, according to package directions, until tender, 1 min. Drain well.

  • WHISK soy with garlic, vinegar, honey, sesame oil and ginger in a small bowl until combined.

  • PLACE tofu cubes on a kitchen towel and press to remove excess liquid. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium. Add canola oil, then tofu. Sprinkle with salt. Cook, stirring often, until tofu is golden brown, 6 to 8 min.

  • ADD asparagus and carrot. Cook until vegetables are tender-crisp, 4 min. Stir in noodles and soy mixture. Cook until noodles are warmed through, 1 min. Season with fresh pepper. Sprinkle with green onion.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 509, Protein 26g, Carbohydrates 64g, Fat 18g, Fibre 5g, Sodium 846mg.
Excellent source of iron.

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