One Hot Mama's Spicy Tofu & Broccoli

This vegetarian recipe uses tofu as the source of protein. It also contains broccoli, and is flavored with garlic, gingerroot, herbs, soy sauce, tahini, and ground red pepper.

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Ingredients:

• 3 TBS olive oil
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 TBS grated fresh ginger
• 2 tsp oregano
• 2 tsp basil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/8-1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 pkg extra-firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp. tamari or soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. sesame tahini
• 1/2 of a 16 oz. bag frozen broccoli florets
• Water
• Jasmine rice (enough for 6 servings)

Method

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil. When hot, stir in garlic, ginger, oregano, basil, cayenne and sugar. Add tofu and tamari; stir to coat. Let cook until golden, 3 minutes. Add broccoli and stir. Add tahini and about 1/4 cup water. Cover and simmer until broccoli is tender and flavors have combined, about 6-8 minutes.

Notes: Spiciness can be adjusted. Serve over jasmine rice, brown rice or baked potatoes.

Number of servings: 6

Submitted By: rocknchloe
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