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    Tofu Green Bean Stir Fry

    Mar 6, 2023 · Leave a Comment

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    I hope you are excited to try this savoury, full flavored Tofu Green Bean Stir Fry. You can pair this dish with rice for a nutritional and filling meal. Try adding a dash of sriracha sauce to your serving if you like a little spice in your life!

    tofu green bean stir fry serve over rice

    Stir-Fries are the best

    Stir Frying is one of my favorite methods of cooking, as it allows creativity and customization. It is also a great way to incorporate a mix of vegetables, giving you minerals and vitamins.

    Another great feature is you only require a minimal amount of oil. Add in your protein for added punch, essential to keep you energized.

    Why You'll Love this Tofu Green Bean Stir Fry

    • Healthy & Protein packed
    • Made with Everyday Ingredients
    • Ready in under 30 minutes

    From the crispy tofu, to the melt in your mouth sautéed green beans with garlic, this dish is a family favorite. With onions and a wonderful sauce comprised of soy sauce and oyster sauce, this dish will be a crowd pleaser for sure. It has an extra kick with chili flakes too, for the spice lovers.

    Tips in making this recipe

    • Cut green beans into equal sizes, trim and remove the tip of the end stem.
    • Cut extra firm tofu into cubes and season them with salt and pepper before pan frying.
    • Want a bit of heat? Add chili pepper flakes to taste!
    • Do not overcook green beans.

    Ingredients Needed

    ingredients needed for tofu green beans stir fry
    • green beans: this recipe uses french green beans about 1 pack (400 grams). Make sure to trim the end stem part. You can also use Chinese long green beans and cut on equal preferred sizes.
    • tofu: extra firm tofu cut into cubes.
    • onion: white or red onion works fine.
    • garlic: about 3 minced garlic.
    • oyster sauce: about 3 tablespoon of oyster sauce (panda brand). For umami flavour!
    • soy sauce: light or regular soy sauce.
    • chili flakes: if you like spicy you can add dried chili flakes. Totally optional.

    How to make it (with Photos)

    Step 1. Pan Fry Tofu

    Heat 2-3 tablespoon of oil over medium heat then add tofu and pan fry for 2-3 minutes each sides until golden brown. Set it aside.

    Step 2. Cook Aromatics

    In the same pan sautè onion and garlic until fragrant. Add in trimmed green beans and stir for 2-3 minutes.

    cook aromatics to make tofu green beans stir fry

    Step 3. Add Sauce and Spices

    Add in oyster sauce, soy sauce and water. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chili flakes. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until green beans are tender-crisp. Add In tofu back into the pan and mix for another 2 minutes.

    stir in sauce to make tofu green bean stir fry

    Step 4. Servings

    Serve Tofu Green Beans over rice and enjoy!

    More Stir Fries and Tofu Recipes?

    • hoisin chicken and broccoli stir fry
    • easy stir fried vermicelli
    • tofu adobo
    • meatless burger steak

    Did you make Tofu Green Bean Stir Fry today? I’d love to hear on the comment section below. Also follow and tag me on Facebook and Instagram.

    Recipe

    tofu green bean stir fry serve over rice

    Tofu Green Bean Stir Fry with Oyster Sauce

    Kristel Mae Baclaan
    I hope you are excited to try this savoury, full flavored Tofu Green Bean Stir Fry. You can pair this dish with rice for a nutritional and filling meal. Try adding a dash of sriracha sauce to your serving if you like a little spice in your life!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, Chinese, filipino
    Servings 5 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 400 grams green beans ends trimmed and cut into 3-inch lengths
    • ½ block (454 grams) extra firm tofu
    • 2½ tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 tablespoon oyster sauce
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 small onion chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Cut tofu into cubes and season tofu with salt and pepper. Trim and remove the end stem of green beans.
    • In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
    • Add tofu and pan fry for 2-3 minutes each side until golden brown. Set it aside.
    • In the same skillet, sautè onion and garlic until fragrant.
    • Add in green beans and stir for 3 minutes.
    • Stir in oyster sauce, soy sauce and water. Simmer, cook and stir occasionally for 6-8 minutes until green beans are tender-crisp.
    • Add tofu back into the skillet and mix.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add in chili flakes, mix until evenly distributed.
    • Transfer to a serving plate and serve over rice. Serve hot.

    Notes

    • Cut green beans into equal sizes, trim and remove the tip of the end stem.
    • Cut extra firm tofu into cubes and season them with salt and pepper before pan frying.
    • Want a bit of heat? Add chili pepper flakes to taste!
    • Do not overcook green beans.
    Keyword tofu and green bean stir fry, tofu green bean stir fry

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