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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 Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 169 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

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

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, cover mushrooms with warm water and soak for about 20 to 30 minutes or until soft.
  2. Drain mushrooms and reserve 1 cup of the liquid if using. Cut off and discard stems. Cut caps into thin slices.
  3. Drain tofu well and pat dry with paper towels. Cut into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  4. 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.
  5. In a wide skillet or wok over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add onions and garlic and cook until softened.
  6. Add asparagus and cook, stirring regularly, for 3 to 4 minutes or until half-done.
  7. Add mushrooms and cook for about 1 minute.
  8. Add stir-fry sauce and bring to a simmer for about 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  9. 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.

Nutrition Information

Serving 286g Calories 169kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 17.3g (6%) Fat 7.5g (12%) Saturated Fat 1.3g (7%) Sodium 1158mg (48%) Potassium 356mg (10%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 9.1g (18%) Vitamin A 500IU (10%) Vitamin C 8.3mg (9%) Calcium 220mg (22%) Iron 3.4mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 169

% Daily Value*

Serving 286g
Calories 169kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 17.3g 6%
Fat 7.5g 12%
Saturated Fat 1.3g 7%
Sodium 1158mg 48%
Potassium 356mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 9.1g 18%
Vitamin A 500IU 10%
Vitamin C 8.3mg 9%
Calcium 220mg 22%
Iron 3.4mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.