Stir-Fry Tofu and Asparagus Recipe - Lenten Vegetarian Fasting Recipes

Stir-Fry Tofu and Asparagus recipe is one of the vegetarian recipe perfect for those who are fasting. According to the National Cancer Institute, asparagus is the food highest in glutathione, an important anti-carcinogen. It is also rich in two cancer-blocking vitamins (A and C) as well as the mineral selenium. These three nutrients have been singled out in several studies as fearsome cancer fighters.

A 5-ounce serving (only 20 calories) provides 60 percent of the recommended daily allowance for folacin which is necessary for blood cell formation, growth, and prevention of liver disease. Asparagus is also an excellent source of potassium, fiber, thiamin, vitamin B6, and is one of the richest sources of rutin, a compound which strengthens capillary walls.

Here's how to make stir-fry tofu and asparagus recipe from canadianliving.

Ingredients:

• 1 pkg (350 g) extra-firm tofu
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil (approx)
• 2 green onions, chopped and separated into white and green parts
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 small piece fresh gingerroot, sliced
• 3 cups (750 mL) chopped asparagus
• 1 sweet red pepper, thinly sliced
• Pinch Hot pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tsp (10 mL) sesame oil
• Hot rice noodles

Sauce:

• 1 cup (250 mL) vegetable or chicken stock
• 4 tsp (20 mL) black bean and garlic sauce
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) cornstarch

Preparation:

1. Sauce: In bowl, stir together stock, black bean sauce and cornstarch; set aside.
2. Drain and pat tofu dry; cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
3. In large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry white parts of green onions, garlic and ginger for 20 seconds.
4. Add asparagus, red pepper and tofu, adding more oil if necessary, stir-fry for 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in sauce and hot pepper flakes (if using); bring to boil and boil, stirring, until thickened and tofu and vegetables are coated with sauce, about 1 minute.
6. Sprinkle sesame oil over top.
7. Serve over hot rice noodles.
8. Sprinkle with green parts of green onions.