Tofu Stir Fry with Vegetables in a Soy Sesame Sauce Recipe

**Servings:** 1

**Time:**
- **Total Time:** 20 minutes
- **Preparation Time:** 10 minutes
- **Overnight Preparation Required:** Not applicable
- **Cooking Time:** 10 minutes

**Tools:**
- Induction stovetop
- Skillet or frying pan suitable for induction
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs

**Ingredients:**
- 100g firm tofu, cubed
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup snap peas
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Tofu:**
   - Toss the cubed tofu with cornstarch until evenly coated.

2. **Cook the Tofu:**
   - Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat on the induction stovetop.
   - Add tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. **Cook the Vegetables:**
   - In the same skillet, add broccoli, bell pepper, snap peas, and carrot.
   - Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

4. **Make the Sauce:**
   - In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, grated ginger, and minced garlic.

5. **Combine and Serve:**
   - Return the tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over the tofu and vegetables.
   - Toss to coat and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
   - Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
   - Serve immediately.

**Health Benefits:**
- High in protein from tofu
- Rich in vitamins and fiber from vegetables
- Contains healthy fats from sesame oil

**Keywords:**
tofu stir fry, induction stovetop, easy recipe, vegetarian

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