Cashew Tofu Stir Fry

For the Stir fry:

• 1 tsp oil
• 1/3 cup cashews raw or unsalted roasted
• 4-5 dried red chilies broken
• 4-5 cloves of garlic finely chopped
• 1/2 inch ginger finely chopped
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 green bell pepper chopped or 3/4 cup broccoli or other vegetable thinly sliced or chopped
• 7-8 oz firm or extra firm tofu pressed and cubed , or use cooked chickpeas to make tofu-free
• 1/4 tsp black or white pepper or a generous dash of both

For the Sauce

• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 3 tbsp or more vegan hoisin sauce
• 2-3 tsp rice wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp sugar or other sweetener of choice
• 1/4 cup veggie broth or water
• 1/4 tsp toasted sesame oil