Ground Pork, Tofu, and Broccoli Stir-fry
A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring savory seasoned ground pork, golden pan-fried firm tofu, and tender-crisp broccoli florets, all coated in a rich, umami-packed sauce. This dish is perfect served over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- •1 lb Ground Pork (or ground chicken, turkey, or beef)
- •1 block Extra-Firm Tofu (14-16 oz, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
- •1 large head Broccoli (cut into small florets, about 4-5 cups)
- •2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (divided)
- •3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- •1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
- •1/3 cup Soy Sauce (low sodium preferred)
- •1.5 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- •1.5 tbsp Brown Sugar (or honey)
- •1.5 tsp Sesame Oil
- •1.5 tbsp Cornstarch
- •1/3 cup Water or Chicken Broth
- •4 cups Cooked Rice or Noodles (for serving)
- •2 stalks Green Onions (sliced, for garnish (optional))
- •1 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish (optional))
Instructions
- 1.
Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water or chicken broth until smooth. Set aside.
Time: 3 min - 2.
Press the extra-firm tofu for at least 15-20 minutes (or longer if possible) to remove excess water. Cut the pressed tofu into 1/2-inch cubes. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and slightly crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.
Time: 7 min - 3.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same skillet (add more if needed). Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Time: 7 min - 4.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with the pork. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
Time: 1 min - 5.
Add the broccoli florets and the cooked tofu cubes to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until the broccoli is tender-crisp. If it seems too dry, you can add a tablespoon or two of water to help it steam slightly.
Time: 5 min - 6.
Give the prepared sauce another quick whisk and then pour it over the pork, tofu, and broccoli. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything nicely.
Time: 2 min - 7.
Remove from heat. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
Tips
- 💡For spicier stir-fry, add 1/2 tsp of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger.
- 💡You can easily add other vegetables like sliced carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas along with the broccoli for more variety.
- 💡Prep all your ingredients (chop broccoli, mince garlic, grate ginger, mix sauce, press and cube tofu) before you start cooking, as stir-frying moves quickly!
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by smw355