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tofu aubergine recipe

Aubergine and Tofu Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful vegan stir-fry featuring tender aubergine and crispy tofu, cooked with aromatic spices, soy sauce, and chili for a delicious plant-based dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Wok or large frying pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons groundnut oil
  • 1 aubergine sliced into 2cm x 4cm batons
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2.5 cm fresh ginger finely chopped
  • 1 small red chili deseeded and sliced
  • 1-2 tablespoons hot chili bean paste adjust to taste
  • 200 ml hot vegetable stock
  • 200 g firm tofu cut into 1.5cm squares
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon black rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornflour mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 spring onions finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat a wok over high heat and add half of the groundnut oil.
  • Add the aubergine batons and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until browned and softened. To aid in cooking, add a few splashes of water to create steam, then cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer the cooked aubergine to a plate.
  • Add the remaining groundnut oil to the wok. Stir-fry the garlic, ginger, and chili for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the hot chili bean paste and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the hot vegetable stock, tofu cubes, light soy sauce, black rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir gently to coat the tofu.
  • Return the cooked aubergine to the wok and mix well. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Stir in the cornflour-water mixture and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
  • Garnish with finely chopped spring onions and serve hot with rice or noodles.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding sesame oil or crushed peanuts as a garnish. Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing the chili bean paste and fresh chili.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Aubergine Stir-Fry, Tofu Stir-Fry, Vegan Stir-Fry
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