One of the many advantages of working with a Multinational Team when you are a foodie too is that you get to taste the authentic home-cooked food from different countries and also learn their secret cooking tips and tricks. I shared the recipe of Hot tofu bites a while ago where I applied the tips of making tofu taste better which I learned from a Chinese colleague. Today I am sharing another Chinese recipe learned from her. It’s a quick, delicious, and healthy vegan Asian stir-fry recipe- Stir-fried tofu with bean sprouts and mushrooms. This vegan mushroom and beans stir fry is equally loved by my carnivore friends.
Ingredients required and substitute suggestions
To make this vegan Chinese stir fry tofu with mushrooms and bean sprouts you will be needing the following ingredients:
What type of tofu is the best for stir-fry?
Extra firm tofu is the best to make Asian stir fry dishes because it has the least amount of moisture. However, even if you are using extra firm tofu don’t miss to press it before using in a dish.
How to press tofu for stir-fry?
To press tofu wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel and put on a plate. Cover it with another plate and then put something heavy like a can of beans on top. Keep it like this for at least 30 minutes. After that cut the block into cubes. Either use it directly or lightly season and bake before using in a dish. I prefer slightly baking the tofu cubes before using in any dish. Not only it makes the tofu taste better but also makes handling it easier as it doesn’t break easily.
How to make perfect Chinese stir-fries at home?
I love Asian stir-fry dishes as they are very easy to cook, quick, and full of flavors. Stir-frying is originally a Chinese way of cooking which has now become very popular all over the world. Who doesn’t love a piping hot Chinese stir fry, full of flavors, coming out from a wok? However, to make a perfectly crispy, crunchy, delicious stir fry you need to follow some simple steps which I am sharing below. Follow these simple steps and you will never again order a Chinese stir fry from outside.
Serving suggestions
Stir fried bean sprouts with tofu can be served as a starter or in the main course with some rice or noodles. You can also add it to your Asian buddha bowl or wraps.
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More easy and simple tofu recipe
If you are looking for different ways to enjoy tofu then don’t miss to try the following easy tofu recipes on my blog:
More recipes using bean sprouts
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