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Tofu & Vegetable Stir-Fry

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This vibrant weeknight dinner balances textures and flavors with firm tofu cubes, sweet napa cabbage, and earthy ginger and garlic. Lean pork strips add a satisfying protein punch, while tomatoes provide subtle acidity to brighten the rich soy sauce. It is a light yet filling meal that comes together in under thirty minutes, perfect for serving over steamed rice or noodles.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 186.1
Description
This vibrant weeknight dinner balances textures and flavors with firm tofu cubes, sweet napa cabbage, and earthy ginger and garlic. Lean pork strips add a satisfying protein punch, while tomatoes provide subtle acidity to brighten the rich soy sauce. It is a light yet filling meal that comes together in under thirty minutes, perfect for serving over steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 Block Tofu
  • 1 pound Napa (chinese cabbage)
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoon Cornstarch; divided
  • 4 tablespoon Kikkoman soyce sauce;divided
  • 1/4 pound Boneless lean pork
  • 2 teaspoon Fresh ginger; minced
  • 1 Clove Garlic; minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil; divided
  • 1 md Onion; chunked
  • 2 md Tomatoes; chunked
Directions
  1. 1
    Drain tofu and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. 2
    Separate napa cabbage leaves, rinse, and pat dry; cut crosswise into 1-inch strips.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, whisk together water, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 3 tablespoons soy sauce to create the sauce; set aside.
  4. 4
    Cut pork into thin slices, then into thin strips.
  5. 5
    In a separate bowl, combine remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch, remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, sugar, and pork strips; toss to coat evenly.
  6. 6
    Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  7. 7
    Add pork strips and stir-fry for 2 minutes until cooked through; remove from pan and set aside.
  8. 8
    Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the hot pan.
  9. 9
    Add chunked onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes until softened.
  10. 10
    Add napa cabbage and stir-fry for 1 minute until slightly wilted but still crisp.
  11. 11
    Add chunked tomatoes, cooked pork, and the prepared soy sauce mixture to the pan.
  12. 12
    Cook and stir gently for 1-2 minutes until the sauce boils and thickens.
  13. 13
    Gently fold in the tofu cubes; heat through for 1 minute without breaking the tofu.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 186.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.6g18%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 22.7mg8%
Sodium 21.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 8.5g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: stir-fry, tofu, pork, napa cabbage, vegetables, chinese cuisine, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, healthy dinner, quick meal, wok, gluten-free option, protein-rich, tomato, onion, cornstarch slurry
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