Nutrition

Valentine’s Day Dinner: Crispy Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry with Chilli Maple Glaze

This Valentine’s Day express your love in a special way by cooking your partner a meal that’s both healthy and delicious!

By URLife Team
13 Feb 2024

Celebrate love on Valentine's Day with a delightful culinary symphony by pairing broccoli and tofu. Much like a perfect couple, their flavours harmonise, creating a dish that not only nourishes the body but also warms the heart.

 

Picture broccoli and tofu as the culinary power couple—they're like the dynamic duo of deliciousness! Their flavours team up perfectly, creating a meal that's not just tasty but also feels like a warm, comforting hug. Think of broccoli as the vibrant green partner, bringing its earthy goodness, while tofu comes in with its mild, nutty charm. Also, apart from the taste factor, this combination brings a nutritional jackpot by offering a perfect blend of vitamins, protein and fibre. Broccoli brings vitamins and antioxidants, while tofu delivers protein and a satisfying texture. It's like the culinary version of a perfect match made in foodie heaven.

 

Also, for those constantly on the move or eager to venture into cooking, this crispy tofu and broccoli stir fry with chilli maple glaze serves as a culinary saviour. With an easy process and a handful of ingredients, it caters to both beginners and those pressed for time. This dish combines tofu, fresh broccoli, and a delightful chilli maple glaze. 

 

Beyond its exquisite flavour, this stir fry boasts notable health benefits. Extra-firm tofu serves as an excellent plant-based protein source, promoting muscle health and offering a satisfying meat alternative. Broccoli, rich in vitamins C and K, not only contributes to a robust immune system but also supports bone health.

 

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Crispy Tofu and Broccoli Stir Fry with Chilli Maple Glaze - Full Recipe

  • 1
    serves
  • 365
    K calories
  • 40
    minutes
  • 6/10
    simplicity

Easy Steps

01

In a bowl, combine tofu cubes with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is coated.

02

Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.

03

In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant.

04

Add broccoli florets and cook until they start to turn vibrant green.

Ingredients List
  • 100 grams extra firm tofu
  • 100 grams broccoli
  • 1 small spring onion
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • ½ tsp garlic
  • ⅓ cup vegetable broth
  • 1 ½ tsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp chilli crisp
  • 1 ½ tsp vinegar
  • 1 ½ toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp oil
05

Pour in vegetable broth, soy sauce, maple syrup, chilli crisp, vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Stir well to combine.

06

Return the crispy tofu to the pan, coating it with the flavorful sauce.

07

Add sliced spring onions, stirring until they become tender.

08

Serve the stir fry over steamed white rice, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.

 
Nutritive Value
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Fat: 22g
  • Fibre: 4g

 

Enjoy the delightful fusion of crispy tofu and broccoli coated in a sweet and spicy chilli maple glaze with brown rice, white jasmine rice or quinoa. If you wish to keep it low in carbohydrates, then cauliflower rice is also a great option. Also, note that this recipe serves one.

 

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