Healthy Recipe: Baked tofu with stir-fried vegetables and brown rice

 

Ingredients:

• 1 block of firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
• 4 cups cooked brown rice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: sesame seeds, chopped green onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Drain the tofu and pat it dry using paper towels. Cut the tofu into cubes or slices, depending on your preference.
3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup or honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make a marinade.
4. Dip each tofu piece into the marinade, ensuring they are coated well. Let the tofu marinate for about 15 minutes.
5. While the tofu is marinating, prepare the stir-fried vegetables. Heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
6. Add the sliced onion, bell pepper, carrot, broccoli florets, and snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
7. In a shallow dish, place cornstarch. Dip each tofu piece into the cornstarch, ensuring they are evenly coated.
8. Heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil in the same skillet or a separate baking dish that is oven-safe. Place the tofu pieces in a single layer in the skillet or baking dish.
9. Bake the tofu in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until it is crispy and golden brown.
10. While the tofu is baking, reheat the stir-fried vegetables over medium heat.
11. Serve the baked tofu over a bed of cooked brown rice, with the stir-fried vegetables on the side. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Baked Tofu with Stir-Fried Vegetables and Brown Rice!

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