Tofu, Asparagus and Mushroom Stir-Fry

tofu and asparagus stir-fry in serving bowls

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Tofu, Asparagus and Mushroom Stir-Fry

Tofu and Asparagus Stir-fry cooks in minutes and makes a tasty side dish with steamed rice. This vegan dish is delicious as it is nutritious with good-for-you nutrients and protein!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Main Entree, Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: Servings

Calories: 169kcal

Author: Lalaine Manalo

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

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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

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.

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