Description
This flavorful and aromatic Black Pepper Tofu & Cauliflower stir-fry is a delicious vegan dish that combines crispy tofu, tender cauliflower, and a savory black pepper sauce. Served over rice, it’s a satisfying and spicy meal that’s perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu & Cauliflower:
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
Coating & Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 teaspoons crushed black pepper
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooked jasmine or basmati rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Tofu & Cauliflower: Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss the tofu cubes and cauliflower florets in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Sear Tofu: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and sear on all sides until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add sesame oil to the same pan, then sauté the onions until soft. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower and cook for 5–6 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Make Sauce & Finish: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauces, hoisin, rice vinegar, sugar, and water. Add the tofu back to the pan, pour in the sauce mixture, and stir to coat everything well. Sprinkle in the crushed black pepper and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu and cauliflower.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot over rice.
Notes
- You can substitute tamari for soy sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
- Adjust the black pepper to taste depending on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
