Fried Tofu Veggie Vegan Stir Fry
Vegetable Stir Fry with Tofu
Want an easy vegan dinner that doesn’t seem like it was “easy”? Give this delicious vegan stir fry a try! Fried tofu and all your favorite veggies. Simple and tasty.This recipe combines the firm texture of tofu with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a dish that's both nourishing and satisfying. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up a restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen.
Estimated Cost$15
Helpful Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. Olive Oil
- 14 oz. Extra Firm Tofu (pressed)
- 1 Cup White Mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 Green Bell Pepper
- 1 Head Broccoli
- 1 Carrot (peeled and julienned)
- 4 Dandelion Leaves (chopped)
- 1 Tbsp. Garlic Salt
- 1 tsp. Thyme
- 1 tsp. Black Pepper
- ½ tsp. Ground Cayenne Pepper
- 3 Tbsp. Flour
Instructions
- Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water.
- Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes.
- Combine ingredients to make a seasoning mix.1 Tbsp. Garlic Salt, 1 tsp. Black Pepper, 3 Tbsp. Flour, ½ tsp. Ground Cayenne Pepper
- Toss tofu cubes in flour seasoning mix.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the floured tofu cubes and fry until golden on all sides.
- Remove tofu and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, and sauté mushrooms, green bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots until they start to soften.
- Add dandelion greens, cooking until just tender.
- Return the tofu to the skillet, sprinkle with thyme, and stir well to combine.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Serve hot, perfect as a standalone dish or accompanied by steamed rice.
Notes & Tips
If you don't use extra firm tofu, you may run into your tofu falling apart when it is mixed in. If that happens, just enjoy it as a tofu-veggie scramble instead!
Nutrition
Calories: 270.6kcalCarbohydrates: 25.8gProtein: 14.4gFat: 14.1gSaturated Fat: 2.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8.5gSodium: 1559.7mgPotassium: 864.6mgFiber: 6.5gSugar: 5.6gVitamin A: 4016.5IUVitamin C: 162.3mgCalcium: 145.1mgIron: 4.4mg
