Description
This Black Pepper Tofu Stir Fry is a savory, spicy, and satisfying dish featuring tender tofu ribbons baked to golden perfection, sautéed veggies, and a flavorful stir fry sauce. It’s easy to make, plant-based, and bursting with bold flavors that make it perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
14 oz block super firm tofu (no pressing required)
2 Tbsp shoyu (soy sauce)
1 Tbsp olive oil + extra for drizzling
1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Pinch of salt flakes
¼ cup water
3 Tbsp shoyu (soy sauce)
2 Tbsp maple syrup
1 lime, juiced
1 garlic clove, grated
1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (plus more to taste)
1 tsp sriracha (or more for extra heat)
2 tsp cornstarch
½ red onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow or green bell pepper, sliced
Scallions, chopped
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice tofu into ribbons and toss with shoyu, olive oil, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden.
- In a bowl, whisk together water, shoyu, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, black pepper, sriracha, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or wok over medium-high heat with olive oil. Stir-fry the onion and bell peppers for 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
- Add the stir fry sauce to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Once tofu is baked, add it to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the veggies and sauce.
- Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped scallions, cilantro, and sesame seeds. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Extra Vegetables: Add broccoli, carrots, or snap peas for more crunch.
- Spicy Tofu: Add more sriracha for a spicier kick.
- Crispy Tofu: Toss tofu in cornstarch before baking or pan-fry after baking for a crispier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Asian, Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
