Japanese Stir-Fry with Gooey Sauce
A plant-based Japanese stir-fry dish featuring gooey sauce, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. You'll need some basic pantry staples and a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- ●1/2 cup Sour Gooey Sauce (vegan)You can find this in most Asian grocery stores or make your own by mixing together 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- ●1 block TofuDrain and press the excess liquid
- ●1 cup Plant-based stir-fry mixYou can also use a combination of broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers
- ●2 tablespoons Sesame oilYou can also use vegetable oil
- ●1 tablespoon GingerGrate and sauté for 1 minute
- ●1/4 cup Green onionsChopped and used as garnish
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame seedsOptional
Instructions
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1. In a small bowl, whisk together the gooey sauce and 2 tablespoons of water. Set aside.
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2. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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3. Add the tofu and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
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4. Add the stir-fry mix and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
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5. Add the ginger and cook for 1 minute.
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6. Pour in the gooey sauce and stir to combine.
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7. Add the green onions and sesame seeds (if using) and stir to combine.
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8. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
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9. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
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10. Garnish with additional green onions and sesame seeds (if desired)