Entry #3297, March 1, 2014

Scrumptious! This is one of the best descriptions that you can shout when you taste the Peanut-Broccoli Stir-fry recipe. It’s a perfect blend of sweet and spicy treat loaded with a healthy dose of vegetables on your plate. This recipe will make you love to eat tofu instead of meat. With so much flavor on its sauce, you’ll have a healthy recipe that the whole family will definitely enjoy.

Asian Inspired – Toasted Peanut Broccoli Stir-Fry

Toasted Peanut Broccoli Stir-Fry

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Ingredients

• 1 (16-oz.) package firm tofu or cut up chicken
• 2 cups uncooked brown rice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon lite soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon peanut or vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 cup carrot sticks
• 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
• Garnish: lime wedges

Peanut-broccoli stir fry – yummy and healthy

Image via: Pink Bites

Procedure

1. Place tofu between 2 flat plates. Weight the top with a heavy can. (Sides of tofu should be bulging slightly, but not cracking.) Let stand 45 minutes; discard liquid. Cut tofu into 1/2-inch cubes.
2. Prepare rice according to package directions, adding 1/2 tsp. salt.
3. 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, reserving marinade.
4. Heat oils in a nonstick skillet or wok over high heat 1 minute. Add tofu, and stir-fry 4 to 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 cooked tofu. Serve over hot cooked rice. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Garnish, if desired.

That’s how easy you can make this scrumptious and healthy recipe. The whole ingredients should make around 6 servings. Serve it with rice or meatloaf and you’ll have a great meal of the day!

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