Easy Sesame Tofu and Veggie Stir-Fry

Simple Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 2 pieces of tofu (fried until golden brown)
• 1 carrot (sliced)
• 1/2 bunch of green mustard greens (chopped)
• 4 beef meatballs (sliced thinly)
• 50 grams of chicken (diced)
• A few shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 5 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger (smashed)
• 3 tablespoons of cornstarch (dissolved in water)
• 2 tablespoons of sesame oil (or to taste)
• Salt (to taste)
• A pinch of sugar (as a substitute for MSG)
• Approximately 500 ml of water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tofu:

   • Cut the tofu into cubes and fry in a pan until golden brown. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Vegetables and Aromatics:

   • Slice the carrot, chop the mustard greens, and dice the onion. Mince the garlic and smash the ginger.

3. Cook the Aromatics:

   • In a large pan or wok, heat the sesame oil. Sauté the garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant.

4. Add Proteins:

   • Add the beef meatballs, diced chicken, and shrimp to the pan. Cook until the chicken and shrimp are fully cooked.

5. Add Liquids and Vegetables:

   • Pour in the water and increase the heat. Bring to a simmer. Once it starts to boil, add the carrot and mustard greens. Cook until the carrot is tender.

6. Combine Tofu:

   • Gently add the fried tofu to the pan.

7. Season and Thicken:

   • Season with salt and a pinch of sugar. Stir well to combine. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
   • Add the dissolved cornstarch gradually, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens. If needed, add more cornstarch solution to reach the desired consistency.

8. Finish:

   • Stir in the remaining sesame oil. Give the dish a final stir and then remove from heat.

9. Serve:

   • Your simple and delicious tofu and vegetable stir-fry is ready to be enjoyed!

Note: Mushrooms can also be added for extra flavor, but this version keeps it simple with the ingredients at hand.