**Savory and Satisfying: Explore the World of Tofu Shiitake Spicy Stir Fry**
Embark on a culinary journey with our exquisite tofu shiitake spicy stir fry, a symphony of flavors that tantalizes your taste buds. This delightful dish artfully combines the tender texture of tofu with the earthy umami of shiitake mushrooms, all enveloped in a vibrant and spicy sauce that awakens your senses. As you delve into this delectable creation, you'll discover a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that showcases the versatility of tofu and the umami-rich essence of shiitake mushrooms. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a refreshing cucumber salad that offers a cool and crisp contrast to the spicy stir fry, and a flavorful vegetable fried rice that serves as a hearty and wholesome complement. Get ready to indulge in a culinary masterpiece that satisfies your cravings and leaves you longing for more.
SHREDDED TOFU AND SHIITAKE STIR-FRY
Shredding tofu on a box grater before stir-frying gives it a fluffy, light texture, and the smaller pieces readily absorb the complex, earthy mushroom flavor of the sauce. Unlike with many tofu dishes, you're not looking to sear the tofu here, just to warm it up in the sauce. The caramelized flavor is supplied by the shiitake mushrooms, which should be cooked until they are well browned and crisp-edged. If you can't find fresh lemongrass, you can leave it out.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories quick, weekday, main course
Time 20m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Using the coarse holes of a box grater, shred the tofu. Spread tofu out on a clean kitchen towel to drain while you prepare the sauce and mushrooms.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Shaoxing, lime juice and sesame oil.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until it's very hot, then add the peanut oil; it should thin out on contact. Once the oil is hot, add the mushrooms and cook, tossing occasionally, until most of the mushroom liquid has evaporated and mushrooms are browned and slightly crisp, 8 to 12 minutes. Stir in the scallion, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, chile and a pinch of salt. Cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Carefully transfer the tofu from the towel into the skillet. Toss in the edamame and the soy sauce mixture. Cook until mixture is heated through. Season with salt as needed. Remove from heat and stir in herbs. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 542 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TOFU SHIITAKE SPICY STIR-FRY
This is a simple and quick stir-fry. Peanut oil and shitake mushrooms provide the main flavor in this dish. These amounts are approximate. I added a generous sprinkling of finely ground cayenne at the very end for some serious heat, but those who don't like it hot-hot can skip that. Enjoy!
Provided by Divaconviva
Categories Soy/Tofu
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In large non-stick skillet, heat peanut oil over medium-high heat.
- Cut onion in half and place onion cut-side down on cutting board. Slice 1/2-inch thick slices across the short way. Then cut once across the slices, creating two rows.
- Put onions into skillet with the grated garlic and saute for approximately 3 minutes.
- Add cubed tofu into pan and saute over high heat, adding oil as needed. Turn a few times with spatula until cubes brown slightly.
- Remove the tofu and onions onto a plate.
- Add bok choy and mushrooms to pan, stirring in 2 teaspoons of sugar, adding a little peanut oil if needed, and saute vegetables for 2 to 3 minutes. Push vegetables to the sides of the pan and add tofu into the center, sprinkling 2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce over cubes. Sprinkle carrots around pan on top of vegetables. Heat for 2 minutes, sprinkle cayenne pepper over all, then gently stir everything together for 1 - 2 minutes more, using a flat nylon or bamboo spatula so as not to crush the tofu.
- Serve with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.3, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 554.8, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 7, Protein 10.9
SPICY TOFU STIR FRY
The title says it all, I think. I like the peppery-ness of the napa cabbage with the sweet peppers. Feel free to add the veggies you like (sometimes I use eggplant). Just make sure you don't cook the veggies until they're mushy. You want them to still be firm, but not raw.
Provided by LMCski
Categories Chinese
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cube tofu into approximately 1 by 2 inch pieces.
- Set on top of paper towels and press (not too hard, you don't want to mash the tofu) on the top with more paper towels to rid the tofu of excess moisture.
- Mix: chili garlic sauce, minced garlic, 1 T sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, rice wine, ginger, and chicken/veg stock.
- Add tofu into chili sauce mixture. Make sure all pieces are in contact with the liquid. Let soak for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Put frying pan over med-high heat. Once pan has heated, add 1 T sesame oil.
- Put marinated tofu in pan, brown all sides.
- Remove tofu and set aside.
- Add cornstarch slurry to remaining marinade, mix. (Add a few more tablespoons of soy sauce or rice wine or vinegar if necessary--you want this to be enough to eventually coat the vegetables as a light sauce).
- Put mushrooms and peppers into frying pan. Stir constantly over high heat for 2 minutes.
- Add green onion and napa cabbage. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour leftover marinade over vegetables, stir. Add browned tofu and chopped cilantro. When heated through, remove from heat.
- Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 2038.9, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 16.5
Tips:
- Choose the Right Tofu: For a firmer texture, use extra-firm or super-firm tofu. If you prefer a softer texture, use regular or silken tofu.
- Press the Tofu: Pressing the tofu removes excess moisture, resulting in a better texture and allowing it to absorb more flavors.
- Marinate the Tofu: Marinating the tofu in a flavorful mixture before cooking adds extra depth of flavor.
- Use a Non-Stick Pan: A non-stick pan prevents the tofu from sticking and breaking apart.
- Cook the Tofu in Batches: If cooking a large amount of tofu, cook it in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
- Add Vegetables Last: Add vegetables towards the end of cooking to retain their crunch and鮮豔的顏色.
- Use a Sauce or Glaze: A sauce or glaze adds flavor and moisture to the stir-fry.
- Serve Immediately: Tofu stir-fries are best served immediately after cooking, as the tofu can become tough if left to sit.
Conclusion:
With its versatility, health benefits, and delicious flavors, tofu is an excellent choice for a quick and easy stir-fry. By following these tips, you can create a flavorful and satisfying tofu stir-fry that is sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or just starting, experimenting with different tofu stir-fry recipes is a great way to explore new flavors and expand your culinary skills. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your wok or pan, and embark on a culinary journey with tofu as the star of the show!
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