Mushroom & Tofu Stir-Fry

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This tofu veggie stir-fry is quick and easy, making it a great go-to weeknight meal. Baked tofu has a firm, toothsome texture that crisps well in a hot pan. You can find it in flavors like teriyaki and sesame, both of which are delicious here. Or opt for a smoked version, which has the same texture with a more robust flavor. Serve over brown rice.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
5
Yield:
5 servings

Nutrition Tips

  • Mushrooms are nutritious and provide a wealth of nutrients, including plant-based protein, some fiber, B vitamins and antioxidants. Mushrooms have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, helping to prevent chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer and cognitive decline.
  • Tofu is simply made from soybeans, water and a coagulant (to help it set up). It is an excellent source of complete plant-based protein and iron. While soybeans are loaded with fiber, they lose most of it during the process of becoming tofu. Tofu made with calcium sulfate as its coagulant provides a nice dose of calcium, too.
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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil, divided

  • 1 pound mixed mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

  • 1 large clove garlic, grated

  • 1 (8 ounce) container baked tofu or smoked tofu, diced

  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce or vegetarian oyster sauce (see Tip)

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large flat-bottom wok or cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add mushrooms and bell pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in scallions, ginger and garlic; cook for 30 seconds more. Transfer the vegetables to a bowl.

  2. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and tofu to the pan. Cook, turning once, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the vegetables and oyster sauce. Cook, stirring, until hot, about 1 minute.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the difference between oyster sauce and vegetarian oyster sauce?

    Sweet, salty oyster sauce is made from, well, oysters, along with salt, sugar and sometimes soy sauce. Vegetarian oyster sauce or stir-fry sauce is made from mushrooms instead of oysters.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, December 2019

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

171 Calories
13g Fat
9g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Serving Size 1 1/4 cups
Calories 171
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 8g 15%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Vitamin A 925IU 18%
Vitamin C 36mg 40%
Folate 48mcg 12%
Sodium 309mg 13%
Calcium 113mg 9%
Iron 2mg 9%
Magnesium 33mg 8%
Potassium 469mg 10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Additional reporting by
Carrie Myers, M.S.
Carrie Myers
Carrie Myers is a portfolio entrepreneur with more than 30 years of experience in the health and wellness space. As a writer and editor, Carrie has worked for both consumer and trade print and online publications. She's been quoted in several articles as a health and fitness expert. Carrie is also a certified life and wellness coach and exercise physiologist, and the founder of CarrieMichele Co., a lifestyle company that helps women create lives they love where they can be authentic.
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Linda Frahm
Linda Frahm has been a copy editor and fact checker working with food and nutrition content for the past 30-plus years for consumer print and online publications.

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