Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

Vegan, Tofu and Cabbage Dinner

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 2-4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (22 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

231
calories
6g
fat
26g
carbohydrates
9g
protein
0mg
cholesterol
232mg
sodium
Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

Recipe Description

In this vegan dinner recipe of Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash we have chosen the superfood – tofu which is inexpensive, easy to make, steps simple to follow and always delicious! The color collaboration of purple from the cabbage and orange from the winter squash makes this dish easy on the eye and a pleasure to serve to your guests. 

To make Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Prepare sauce

    1 min
    Step 1 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    In a small mixing bowl, whisk 1 tablespoon soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sugar or honey, sesame oil and cornstarch. Set aside to use later.

  2. 2

    Cook tofu

    3 min
    Step 2 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    In a pan over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil and add tofu. Stir fry for about 3 minutes until lightly browned.

  3. 3

    Season

    1 min
    Step 3 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    Remove cooked tofu from hot pan and season with soy sauce to taste.

  4. 4

    Cook squash

    5 min
    Step 4 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    In the same pan, heat remaining oil and add butternut squash. Sauté for about 5-8 minutes until lightly browned.

  5. 5

    Season

    1 min
    Step 5 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    Add ginger, garlic and salt to season. Cook for about 30 seconds.

  6. 6

    Add cabbage

    6 min
    Step 6 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter SquashStep 6 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    Add cabbage and cook for about 6 minutes, add ¼ cup water every now and again, until squash is soft and cabbage is soft but still crunchy.

  7. 7

    Complete stir-fry

    3 min
    Step 7 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter SquashStep 7 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    Add tofu back in the pan of cooked vegetables and pour the sweet and sour mixture over. Mix through a few times until everything is glazed.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Step 8 - Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash

    Serve with rice, bulgur or buckwheat noodles, as you choose.

If you’re a vegan newbie then this Stir-Fried Tofu, Red Cabbage and Winter Squash recipe is a great choice to try and ease into the idea of meat-free meals. This stir fry is hearty and filling and just wonderful for words. Did you enjoy making it? Let us know and tag #cookmerecipes online to share your experience with us.

About the author

Nina Cole

Nina dreams of gender equality and for women all over the world to feel empowered and enjoy the same freedom she has. She’s a careful consumer, believing that by being more conscious about the way we live we can make the world a better place! Already a vegetarian, she uses animal products sparingly and tries to produce as little waste as possible. Most of her recipes are vegan as a result!

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