Stir-Fried Tofu with Almonds
With tofu, vegetables and almonds, this delicious recipe is heart healthy, too
Prep time: 20 minutes, Serves 2
4 tbsp. tamari
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. peanut butter
1 pound firm or extra firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp. canola oil
1/2 cup red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 stalk celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup canned water chestnuts, drained and sliced
1/2 tsp. arrowroot or cornstarch
1/4 cup roasted almonds
Mix together 2 tbsp. tamari, garlic powder, onion powder and peanut butter. Add tofu and mix well. Refrigerate for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Heat 1 tbsp. oil in a skillet. Brown tofu on all sides. Remove from pan and set aside. Add remaining tbsp. oil to skillet, and stir-fry pepper, scallions, celery, and water chestnuts for 3 to 5 minutes. Mix together 2 tbsp. tamari and and arrowroot or cornstarch. Pour mixture over vegetables in the skillet. Stir and simmer until thickened. Add browned tofu and roasted almonds. Mix well and serve.
