Broccoli And Tofu Stir-fry With Toasted Almonds

Total Time: 42 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 12 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 3 teaspoons toasted sesame oil (olive oil works also)
• 1 bunch scallion, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 8)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small jalapeno pepper, hlved, seeded, and finely chopped (optional)
• 3 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted lightly
• 2 cups brown rice

Recipe

• 1 make brown rice according to the box's directions.
• 2 place tofu on a plate, and top with cutting board. place several cans of food on top to weigh it down. let tofu rest while the water is sqeezed out. cut tofu into small cubes.
• 3 while tofu drains, lightly steam broccoli until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. set aside.
• 4 heat 2 tsp of oil in wok or large nonstirck skillet over high heat. when hot, add tofu and cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes to brown. transfer to shallow bowl.
• 5 add the remaining 1 tsp of oil to pan, followed by scallions, garlic, pepper, and broccoli. stir-fry 2 minutes over medium high heat. stir in soy sauce, almonds, and tofu, and gently toss to combine. serve each with 1/2 cup portion of brown rice.