Leftovers Idea: Stir-Fry

Don't you hate it when you have food in your fridge but you're not sure what to do with it?

Left over veggies don't need to go to waste! Stir fry is great because it can be done so many different ways every time. You can experiment with spices and sauces and all sorts of delicious vegetables. 

This is also a great way to get your protein in without resorting to meat!

 The tofu and mushrooms make for the perfect substitute. 

For those who think they don't like tofu..think again! 

The tofu will absorb all the flavors in this dish. It's wonderful.

Let me know what you think! What do you like in your stir - fry?

Stir Fry

Makes about 2 servings

2 tablespoons safflower oil

1/2 cup extra firm tofu, chopped

2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic

1 cup mushrooms, chopped

1/4 cup frozen peas

1 small crown fresh broccoli, chopped into florets 

(or about 1 1/2 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed)

1 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon cumin

pinch of coriander

2 tablespoons shoyu 

dash of cayenne pepper, if desired

Heat the oil in a medium sized pan over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and saute for a couple minutes. Add the garlic and saute for another minute or so. 

Add the mushrooms and increase to high heat. Saute for about 5-6 minutes or until they release all their juices. (You'll know because they become considerably smaller.)

Lower to medium-high heat & add the spices. Slowly add the broccoli. Saute for a minute and add the shoyu. 

*If you're using frozen broccoli, you will need to saute for a bit longer before adding the peas.

Add the frozen peas when the broccoli is tender and bright green. Add the cayenne pepper if you wish, and saute for three more minutes. Serve warm.