Wednesday, December 19, 2007

Peanut Broccoli Stir Fry

1 (16oz) package firm tofu
2 cups uncooked brown rice
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 Tbsp light brown sugar
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
2 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
2 Tbsp creamy peanut butter
1 Tbsp light soy sauce
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
3/4 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp peanut or vegetable oil
1 tsp dark sesame oil
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup carrot sticks
2 Tbsp chopped peanuts
lime wedge garnish

Place tofu between 2 flat plates. weight the top with a heavy can. Sides of tofu should be bulgins slightly but not cracking. let stand about 45 minutes; discard liquid. cut tofu into 1/2 inch cubes

prepare rice according to package directions, adding 1/2 tsp salt.

meanwhile, combine vegetable broth and next 7 ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring well. Add tofu, and toss to coat. let stand 10 minutes. remove tofu from marinade.

heat oils in nonstick skillet or wok over high heat for 1 minute. add tofu, and stir fry 4-5 minutes or until browned. remove tofu. add broccoli and carrot sticks; stir fry 2 minutes. add reserved marinade, and bring to a boil. cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until thickened; stir in tofu. serve over hot cooked rice. sprinkle with chopped peanuts. garnish.

1 comment:

Polly said...

you made tofu?!! wow, i didn't think you guys would like that. it sounds great!