High Protein Stir Fry Veggies with Tofu
This High Protein Stir Fry Veggies with Tofu is a quick and flavorful vegan dinner.Made with smoked tofu, edamame, ramen noodles, and crisp vegetables.Ready in just 30 minutes with a savory sesame sauce.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 package smoked tofu 180 g, cubed
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups napa cabbage shredded
- 2 cups shelled edamame
- 1 large bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 large carrot shredded
- 3 green onions sliced
- 3 tbsp fresh basil chopped
- 3 cakes Lotus Foods ramen or vermicelli cooked
For the Sauce
- 4 tbsp vegan oyster sauce
- 3 tbsp tamari
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tsp veggie stock paste
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- Cook the ramen or vermicelli noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan oyster sauce, tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, rice wine vinegar, veggie stock paste, and water until smooth.
- Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the smoked tofu and cook for 4–5 minutes until lightly crisp and golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining sesame oil and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the napa cabbage, bell pepper, carrot, and edamame. Stir fry for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the tofu to the pan and pour in the sauce.
- Add the cooked noodles and toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through.
- Finish with green onions and fresh basil.
- Serve the High Protein Stir Fry Veggies with Tofu immediately while hot.
Notes
- Smoked tofu adds rich flavor, but extra firm tofu also works well.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles and tamari.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, or lime wedges for added flavor.
- This recipe is excellent for weekly meal prep.