Shiitake Asparagus Stir-Fry with Tofu
(from ebcoleka’s recipe box)
Shiitake mushrooms add an earthy flavor to this colorful dish.
Source: From eatbetteramerica.
Prep time: 40 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: healthy shiitake asian
Ingredients
- Marinade
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped gingerroot
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- Stir-Fry
- 1 (12.3-oz.) pkg. firm or extra-firm tofu, drained, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 6 oz. uncooked vermicelli
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced diagonally
- 1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
- 12 oz. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 (3.5-oz.) pkg. fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, sliced (about 1 1/3 cups)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Directions
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In medium nonmetal bowl, combine all marinade ingredients; mix well. Add tofu cubes; stir gently. Let stand 5 minutes. Drain well, reserving marinade. Stir cornstarch into marinade. Set aside.
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Cook vermicelli to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; cover to keep warm.
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Meanwhile, spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add drained tofu; cook 6 to 9 minutes or until lightly browned on all sides, turning carefully with pancake turner. Remove tofu from skillet; keep warm.
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In same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add carrot, onion, asparagus, mushrooms and garlic; cook and stir 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return tofu to skillet. Stir marinade; pour over tofu and vegetables. Cook and stir 30 to 60 seconds or until sauce is bubbly and thickened. Serve over vermicelli.