STIR-FRIED TOFU WITH RED CHARD
Most of the time that you devote to a stir-fry goes into chopping and measuring out ingredients. Sometimes the list looks long to me, and I fear the dish is going to take forever to make. But while I may spend 30 minutes prepping everything, I'll spend only five minutes at the stove. For things to go well, it's important that the mise en place be organized. If liquids are to be added to a dish at the same time, combine them in one bowl or measuring cup. If the garlic and ginger are to be added together, have them minced and combined in a small container. Clean your work area before you start cooking, and have everything close to the stove. Once you begin to stir-fry, you won't be able to do anything except grab the next ingredient. Read the recipe carefully from beginning to end, have the table set, your rice or noodles cooked and plates ready. I love the pink color that tofu takes on when cooked with red chard. Beet greens would also do the trick. In this recipe, blanching the greens is part of the prep.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves four
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix together the soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of the ginger and the sugar. Toss with the tofu in a bowl, and set aside. Marinate for 15 minutes or longer. Refrigerate if not using right away. Meanwhile, fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water.
- When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the red chard leaves. Cook the chard 1 to 2 minutes, until just tender, and transfer with a slotted spoon or deep-fry skimmer to the ice water. Drain and squeeze out the water (you don't have to squeeze it completely dry). Chop coarsely and set aside.
- Trim the ends of the chard stalks, clean them well and slice crosswise, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a large, heavy nonstick skillet or wok over high heat until hot enough to evaporate a drop of water on contact. Add 1 tablespoon of the oil, swirl to coat the pan and reduce the heat to medium-high. Lift the tofu from the marinade, and add to the pan. Stir-fry for two to three minutes, until lightly colored. Add the chard stalks, and stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil and the garlic and remaining ginger, and stir together for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the blanched red chard, and stir-fry with the tofu for one minute. Add the tofu marinade and cook, stirring, for another minute or two, until heated through and fragrant. Remove from the heat and serve, with rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 233, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 754 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
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Sara Ali
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very delicious. I will definitely be making it again!
Rahi Jan Rahi
[email protected]I loved this dish! The tofu was crispy and the red chard was tender. The sauce was also very flavorful.
Rumana Akther
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend experimenting with different ingredients and flavors to make it your own.
Isiah Musau
[email protected]The tofu was a bit too firm for my liking, but the red chard was cooked perfectly.
Victoria Bah
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some additional seasonings or a sauce.
Samuel Anokye
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this dish changed my mind. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the red chard was a great addition.
Mohamed El alami
[email protected]5 stars! This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The tofu is a great source of protein and the red chard is packed with nutrients.
Jihad Bhai
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I especially enjoyed the combination of tofu and red chard.
Maycen Slabaugh123
[email protected]I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the tofu was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Madina islamic world
[email protected]This stir-fried tofu with red chard was a delicious and colorful dish. The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the red chard was perfectly wilted.