Eggplant Tofu Stir Fry
This appealing plant-based recipe combines tender eggplant and extra firm tofu, seasoned to perfection for a burst of flavor in every bite. It's a hearty and delicious dish that will please everyone at the table. Serve with steamed rice or over a plate of luscious noodles.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 236kcal
Equipment
- 1 large nonstick pan
- 1 tofu press optional
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 package tofu extra-firm or super-firm
- 2 Japanese or Chinese eggplants diced or sliced into ½-inch thick half-disks
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated (or ½ teaspoon ground ginger)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
- 2 green onions sliced, reserving some for garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds divided, reserving half for garnish
Instructions
- In a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat, add the sesame oil and allow to heat until it sizzles when you flick a drop of water in it.
- Wrap the tofu block in a kitchen towel and gently press to squeeze out any water, pat the tofu dry. Alternately, press the tofu in a tofu press or use super-firm tofu. Slice the tofu into ½-inch-thick triangles (or any shape you wish) and add them to the sizzling hot pan.
- Add the diced eggplant, sliced bell pepper, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Pour the soy sauce into the pan and use a spatula to flip the tofu and mix everything until it's evenly coated. Use the spatula to make room for the tofu triangles to lay flay on their side. Allow everything to cook undisturbed until the tofu has lightly browned on the bottom side, and then flip the tofu again. Once tofu has lightly browned on both sides, add half of the green onion, half of the sesame seeds, mix in, and then remove from heat.
- Garnish with remaining sesame seeds and green onion and serve hot.
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Nutrition
Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 766mg | Potassium: 656mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1044IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 178mg | Iron: 3mg