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Tofu Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe

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This Tofu Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner option, featuring crumbled tofu and shredded cabbage sautéed in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect blend of spices and textures, offering a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Sauce and Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp light (regular) soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (or an extra tablespoon of regular soy sauce)
  • 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp maple syrup or sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp vegetable bouillon paste or 1/2 a crushed vegetable bouillon cube

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 4 scallions, sliced with whites and greens separated
  • 1 red chili pepper, sliced (optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed or grated
  • 1/2 inch ginger, grated or minced
  • 2 cups green cabbage, shredded

Main Ingredient and Spices

  • 1, 450g block of super firm tofu (or extra firm tofu, pressed and drained)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1–2 tbsp avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, maple syrup (or sugar), sesame oil, and vegetable bouillon paste or crushed bouillon cube. Whisk together thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and warm the avocado oil. Add the white parts of the scallions and the sliced red chili pepper if using. Sauté until scallions begin to soften. Add the crushed garlic and grated ginger, then continue to sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
  3. Cook tofu with spices: Crumble the pressed tofu into the pan. Sprinkle smoked paprika and ground coriander over the tofu. If the skillet seems dry, add a little more oil to ensure the tofu is well coated. Sauté the tofu for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring regularly, to allow it to absorb the spices and develop a light golden texture.
  4. Add cabbage and stir-fry: Incorporate the shredded cabbage into the skillet. Stir-fry the mixture until the cabbage starts to soften, about 4 minutes.
  5. Combine with sauce and finish cooking: Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu and cabbage mixture. Stir well to combine and continue cooking until the sauce has been absorbed evenly by the tofu and vegetables, ensuring all flavors meld together beautifully.
  6. Serve: Transfer to plates and garnish with the green parts of the scallions, if desired. Serve warm with rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Add more oil during cooking if the pan becomes dry. As tofu substitutes for meat, extra fat helps enhance flavor and maintain moisture.
  • If you don’t have dark soy sauce, substitute with 1 tablespoon regular soy sauce plus 1/2 teaspoon molasses to replicate the thickness and mild sweetness.
  • Slice the cabbage thinly for faster cooking and better texture. Larger cabbage pieces will take longer to soften.

Find it online: https://deliciousyum.com/tofu-cabbage-stir-fry-recipe/