Bell Pepper and Tofu Stir Fry

Ingredients

• Firm tofu (14 ounces, cubed)
• Bell peppers (3 cups, sliced (mix of red, yellow, and green))
• Cooked rice (4 cups, for serving)
• Salt (to taste)
• Red pepper flakes (1 teaspoon, for garnish)
• Green onions (2, sliced for garnish)
• Vegetable broth (1/2 cup)
• Cornstarch (2 tablespoons)
• Fresh ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Sesame oil (2 tablespoons)
• Soy sauce (1/4 cup)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and vegetable broth until smooth. This will be your flavorful sauce. Set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. This ensures a delicious texture. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until they are slightly softened but still maintain some crunch.
4. Return the golden tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over the tofu and bell peppers. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated in the sauce.
5. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the bell peppers to become tender-crisp.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and red pepper flakes for a touch of heat and color.
7. Serve the stir fry over warm cooked rice and enjoy this colorful dish!