A filling meal of proteins from the tofu and beans...
Serves 2
14 ounce (400g) each organic: firm tofu and can of black beans, drained and rinsed3 Tbs. (45 ml) sesame oil
2 Tbs. (30 ml) each: rice vinegar and tamari (is gluten-free)
organic broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
organic scallions finely sliced
red chile, finely sliced
crushed organic garlic cloves
black pepper to taste
1 Tbs. (15 ml) organic maple syrup
tablespoon (15 g) organic almond butter
1. Press the liquid out of the tofu or place in the microwave for 30 seconds.
2. Cut into bite-sized cubes.
3. Place in a bowl and add 2 Tbs. (30 ml) sesame oil and 1 Tbs. (15 ml) tamari.
4. Pour into a skilled and fry on high heat for about 7 minutes, until golden brown.
5. Remove and set aside.
6. Blanch the broccolini for 3 minutes.
7. Add the scallions, chili, and garlic to the skillet you used for the tofu.
8. Add the rest of the sesame oil and tamari, black pepper, maple syrup, and rice vinegar. Cook on medium heat.
9. After a minute, add the broccolini, black beans, and almond butter.
10. Sauté about 3 more minutes.
11. Add the tofu with 2-3 Tbs. (30-45 ml) water for a few minutes.
