Tofu, greens & cashew stir-fry

Method 1

Ingredients

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1 head broccoli

cut into small florets

4 garlic cloves

sliced

1 red chilli

deseeded and finely sliced

1 bunch spring onions

sliced

140g soya bean

2 heads pak choi

quartered

2 x 150g packs marinated tofu

pieces

1 ½ tbsp hoisin sauce

1 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce

(add extra to suit your own taste)

25g roasted cashew

nuts

step 1

Heat the oil in a non-stick wok. Add the broccoli, then fry on a high heat for 5 mins or until just tender, adding a little water if it begins to catch. Add the garlic and chilli, fry for 1 min, then toss through the spring onions, soya beans, pak choi and tofu. Stir-fry for 2-3 mins. Add the hoisin, soy and nuts to warm through.

Method 2

Ingredients:

- 1 block of firm tofu, cut into cubes

- 2 cups of mixed greens (such as spinach, kale, or bok choy)

- 1/2 cup of cashews

- 2 cloves of garlic, minced

- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

- 1 teaspoon of ginger, minced

- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

2. Add the tofu cubes and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Add the mixed greens and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until they are wilted.

6. Add the cashews, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the skillet and stir to combine.

7. Return the tofu to the skillet and toss everything together until the tofu is coated in the sauce.

8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

9. Serve hot and enjoy your Tofu, Greens & Cashew Stir-Fry!

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