Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu

Instructions

1. 1

   Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix the tofu cubes with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until evenly coated.

3. 3

   Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook until golden and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the tofu from the pan and set aside.

4. 4

   Prepare the vegetables: cut the broccoli into small florets, slice the red bell pepper, and peel and julienne the carrot.

5. 5

   In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

6. 6

   Finely mince the garlic and ginger. Add them to the pan with the vegetables along with the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and stir-fry for another 1 minute.

7. 7

   Add the cashews and sesame oil to the pan and stir well to combine.

8. 8

   Return the tofu to the pan and toss everything together until heated through.

9. 9

   Slice the green onions and sprinkle over the stir-fry before serving.

10. 10

    Cook the rice according to package instructions and serve alongside the stir-fry.