Chinese Tofu Stir-Fry Recipe
This Chinese-style tofu stir-fry is a healthy, protein-rich dish featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed in a flavorful sauce with colorful vegetables. It's quick, vegan-friendly, and perfect with steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 200g Firm Tofu (cut into cubes)
- 1/2 cup Bell Peppers (red, yellow, green – chopped)
- 1/4 cup chopped Spring Onions
- 1 small Carrot (sliced thin)
- 2 tsp chopped Garlic
- 1 tsp chopped Ginger
- 2 tbsp Oil (for frying)
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Hoisin Sauce or Oyster Sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp Vinegar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp Water
- 1/2 tsp Sugar
- A pinch of Chili Flakes (optional)
How to Make Chinese Tofu Stir-Fry
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Fry tofu cubes until golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, heat remaining oil. Sauté garlic and ginger for a few seconds.
- Add carrots and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Return tofu to the pan. Add the sauce mixture and toss everything well.
- Stir until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu and veggies. Add spring onions last.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.