Tofu, Asparagus, and Mushroom Stir-Fry with a savory sauce is nutritious as it is delicious! This meatless dish cooks in minutes and makes a tasty side dish with steamed rice.
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If you're looking for an easy dish that's not only delicious but also good for you, this tofu, asparagus, and mushroom stir-fry is your answer! It's a meatless meal that's high in protein and rich in nutrients.
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We're big meat eaters in our household, yet we hardly miss the meat. The delectable combination of soft tofu cubes, tender-crisp asparagus, and meaty shiitake mushrooms in a savory stir-fry sauce over steamed rice is so tasty and filling.
The best part is, this tofu and vegetable stir-fry cooks in minutes; you'll have dinner ready in no time.
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I used my tried and tested and ever trusted stir-fry sauce for this recipe, which has made a few delicious appearances on the blog as this beef and baby corn stir-fry and snow peas with shrimp stir-fry.
If you're a fan of quick stir-fry meals, this sauce needs to be in your repertoire! Full-flavored and versatile, it's liquid gold!
I used a vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce to make this tofu stir-fry a vegan dish. You can find this vegetarian version alongside the real stuff at most Asian grocery stores, or you can order from Amazon for convenient delivery.
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Cooking tips
- The recipe calls for firm tofu, but you substitute soft tofu if you prefer the texture. There is no need to fry it; add during the last minutes of cooking time and stir gently to keep from falling apart.
- This a quick stir-fry so have all the ingredients prepped and ready to go. Cut them into uniform size for even cooking.
- For extra crunch, stir in ½ cup of roasted cashews during the last minute or two of cooking time.
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Serving suggestions
Tofu, Asparagus, and Mushroom stir-fry is a tasty and healthy side or main dish for lunch or dinner. Try it with brown rice for a meal you'll feel good serving the whole family.
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Ingredients
- 1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
- 1 package (14 ounces) firm tofu, drained
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 small onion, peeled and sliced thinly
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 bunch (about 2 cups) asparagus, ends trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
For the Stir-fry Sauce
- 1 cup water or liquid from soaking mushrooms
- ½ cup vegetarian mushroom oyster sauce
- ¼ cup light soy sauce (I use Kikkoman)
- ¼ cup Chinese cooking wine
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, cover mushrooms with warm water and soak for about 20 to 30 minutes or until soft.
- Drain mushrooms and reserve 1 cup of the liquid if using. Cut off and discard stems. Cut caps into thin slices.
- Drain tofu well and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine stir-fry sauce ingredients: water (liquid from soaking mushrooms), oyster sauce, soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, sugar, cornstarch, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well-blended. Set aside.
- In a wide skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add asparagus and cook, stirring regularly, for 3 to 4 minutes or until half-done.
- Add mushrooms and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add stir-fry sauce and bring to a simmer for about 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- Add tofu and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes or until tofu cubes are heated through and asparagus is tender-crisp. Serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition Information
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Deena says
Will try cooking this tonight.. 😊 (Excited!)
Lalaine says
Enjoy!
Mika says
I am trying this tonight! your pictures are amazing!
Lalaine says
Thank you, Mika 🙂