Quinoa With Tofu
- 1 (10 oz.) pkg. extra firm light tofu
- 1/2 c. reduced sodium teriyaki sauce
- 1 c. Quinoa
- 2 c. water
- 2 tsp. canola oil
- 1 tsp. fresh ginger, minced
- 1 onion, minced
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. reduced sodium soy sauce
- 1 c. frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
- Cut tofu into small cubes and marinate in teriyaki sauce for at least 1/2 hour.
- Rinse Quinoa several times by running fresh water over it in a pot and pouring through a strainer.
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil.
- Add Quinoa, reduce heat, cover and simmer until all water is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet.
- Add ginger and stir.
- Add the onion and celery and cook until lightly browned.
- Add cooked Quinoa, soy sauce and marinated tofu.
- Stir once, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add vegetables.
- Cook for 2 minutes, covered, or until vegetables are heated through.
- Do not overcook.
- Yield:
- 5 servings.
extra firm, teriyaki sauce, quinoa, water, canola oil, fresh ginger, onion, stalks celery, soy sauce, mixed vegetables
Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=287794 (may not work)