Vegetable and Tofu Stir-Fry with Hoisin Sauce

This vegetable and tofu stir-fry is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. The tofu is browned until crispy, and the vegetables are cooked until tender-crisp. The Hoisin sauce adds a sweet and savory flavor to the dish, and the vegetable broth helps to create a flavorful sauce. Serve over rice or noodles, if desired.

This recipe is inspired by the classic Chinese dish, Buddha's Delight. Buddha's Delight is a vegetarian dish that is often served in Buddhist temples. It is said that the dish was created by a monk who was looking for a way to make a delicious and nutritious meal without using any meat. The monk experimented with different vegetables and sauces, and eventually came up with this recipe. Buddha's Delight is a popular dish in China, and it is often served at special occasions. This recipe is a simple and delicious way to make Buddha's Delight at home.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and diced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
• ½ cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
• ½ cup Hoisin sauce
• ½ cup vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the tofu and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the bell pepper, carrot, broccoli, and snap peas to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5 more minutes.
4. Stir in the Hoisin sauce and vegetable broth.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve over rice or noodles, if desired.

Why It Works

• The tofu is pressed to remove excess water, which helps it to brown and crisp up in the skillet.
• The vegetables are cooked until tender-crisp, which gives them a slightly crunchy texture.
• The Hoisin sauce adds a sweet and savory flavor to the dish.
• The vegetable broth helps to create a flavorful sauce.