Delicious Vegan Stir-Fry with Tofu and Chestnuts
This dish is the easiest and quickest to prepare, and it will explode your mouth with flavors. Smooth tofu cubes, crispy green beans, deep and sweet chestnuts, and various other colorful vegetables. All stir-fried together in coconut oil with a spicy pepper that adds a tropical, fiery twist!
Health Secrets of This Dish
- Tofu: An excellent plant-based protein source, rich in calcium and iron that nourish the body.
- Chestnuts: High in fiber and low in fat, adding a sweet and nutty flavor that benefits digestion.
- Green beans and red bell peppers: A fantastic source of vitamins A and C, improving skin health and strengthening the immune system.
- Spicy chili pepper: Contains capsaicin, which boosts metabolism and offers anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Coconut oil: Rich in medium-chain fatty acids, enhancing energy and supporting brain function.
This dish is a symphony of flavors, delighting both the eyes and palate with its vibrant colors. The tropical aroma and exciting spiciness will take you on an unforgettable culinary journey. Shall we begin?
Delicious Vegan Stir-Fry with Tofu and Chestnuts
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Wok
- 1 Wooden Spoon
- 1 Table Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 Large Onion sliced into strips
- 2 Handful green beans
- 1 Bell Pepper sliced into strips
- 1 Pack Toffu Cut into cubes
- 1 Pack mushrooms
- 4 Cloves Garlic sliced
- 1 spicy pepper Chopped
- 1 Cob Corn boiled and cut into thick slices
- 1 Handful cashews
- 1 Bag chestnuts
- 1 Handful coriander leaves
Instructions
- After cutting all the ingredients according to your preference, heat 3 tablespoons of coconut oil in the wok over high heat.
- Stir-fry the ingredients in the following order, stirring constantly: onions, green beans, bell pepper, tofu, garlic, chili pepper, mushrooms, cashews, and corn.
- Add another 3 tablespoons of coconut oil and add the chestnuts.
- Season to taste with soy sauce and fish sauce.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and serve.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
Flavor Enhancements
- A drizzle of rice vinegar or lime juice at the end of the stir-fry adds refreshing notes.
- A touch of toasted sesame oil before serving enhances the umami flavor.
Healthy Substitutes
- Instead of regular soy sauce, you can use a low-sodium version for those looking to reduce the amount of salt in the dish.
- You can replace coconut oil with avocado oil or olive oil for those who prefer monounsaturated fats.
Serving
This dish goes great with brown rice, quinoa, or rice noodles.Vegetable Variations
You can add seasonal vegetables like zucchini, broccoli, or carrots to create more variety in colors and flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 340gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 11gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 500mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1600IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 17mg
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