Name: Garlic Ginger Tofu Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 block extra firm tofu or super firm tofu; 1 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos; 2 tsp nutritional yeast; 1 cup sweet potato, cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick half moons; 1 tbsp olive oil, divided; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 small onion, diced; 2-inch fresh ginger root, grated; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp garlic chili sauce; 1/2 cup cooked small lentils or canned; 1 (13.5 oz) can light coconut milk; 1/2 bouillon cube or 1/2 tsp Better Than Bouillon Vegetable Paste (optional)

Description

A comforting and flavorful stew featuring tofu, sweet potatoes, and zucchini, infused with garlic and ginger.

Ingredients

Scale

1 block extra firm tofu or super firm tofu
1 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
2 tsp nutritional yeast
1 cup sweet potato, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick half moons
1 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 small onion, diced
2-inch fresh ginger root, grated
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp garlic chili sauce
1/2 cup cooked small lentils or canned
1 (13.5 oz) can light coconut milk
1/2 bouillon cube or 1/2 tsp Better Than Bouillon Vegetable Paste (optional)

Instructions

Heat half of the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and toast for a minute or until fragrant.
Add the diced onion, stirring until translucent. Then add grated ginger and minced garlic, cooking until aromatic (about 30 seconds).
Incorporate turmeric, ground coriander, and cumin; stir well to combine.
Add tomato paste and garlic chili sauce, cooking for an additional minute.
Stir in sweet potato and zucchini, coating them in the spice mixture.
Pour in the coconut milk and add lentils. Stir in tofu cubes, soy sauce or coconut aminos, and nutritional yeast.
Optionally, melt the bouillon into the stew for depth. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding salt or pepper as needed.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For a thicker stew, let it simmer uncovered for longer. Adjust garlic chili sauce for desired spice level.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: tofu stew, garlic ginger, vegan recipe, comfort food, healthy stew