Peanut Broccoli Stir Fry

By JohannaKaras

Chicken may be substituted using chicken broth

Ingredients

• 1 (16 oz) package firm tofu (or chicken)
• 2 cups uncooked brown rice
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp. sweet chili sauce
• 2 tbsp. creamy peanut butter
• 1 tbsp. lite soy sauce
• 1 tsp. fresh grated ginger
• 3/4 tsp. cornstarch
• 1 tbsp. peanut or vegetable oil
• 1 tsp dark sesame oil
• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 cup carrot sticks
• 2 tbsp. chopped peanuts

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place tofu between 2 flat plates. Weight the top with a heavy can. (Sides of tofu should be bulging slightly but no cracking). Let stand for 45 mins; discard liquid. Cut tofu into 1/2 in cubes.
2. Prepare rice according to package directions, adding 1/2 tsp salt.
3. Meanwhile, combine vegetable broth and next 7 ingredients in medium bowl, stirring well. Add tofu (or chicken) and toss to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes. Remove tofu from marinade, reserving marinade.
4. Heat oils in nonstick skillet or wok over high heat for 1 minute. Add tofu (or chicken) and stir fry 4 to 5 minutes or until browned. Remove tofu. Add broccoli and carrot sticks; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add reserved marinade, and bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until thickened; stir in cooked tofu. Serve over hot cooked rice. Sprinkle with
chopped peanuts.