Bean Sprouts & Tofu Turmeric Stir Fry

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Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 10 oz firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• 8 oz fresh bean sprouts, rinsed & soaked in cold water
• 1 small knob of ginger, minced
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 fresh red chili, de-seed & sliced
• 1 large shallot, sliced
• 1/2 cup of spring onions, sliced
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Directions:

1. Drain and press tofu to remove access moisture. This process might require a few hours ahead of prep.
2. Once tofu is pressed, slice and marinate with 2 tbsp of light soy sauce. Refrigerate to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
3. Heat a large non-stick skillet on medium-high. Once hot, swirl in 2 tbsp of cooking oil. Pan-fry the marinated tofu until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Set aside.
4. In the same skillet, toss in minced ginger, garlic, red chili and sliced shallots. Fry for a minute before adding turmeric powder.
5. Thrown in bean sprouts and stir fry on high for a minute before adding sliced spring onions, tofu, 2 tbsp light soy sauce, black pepper and lemon juice.
6. Adjust seasonings if necessary and remove to serve immediately.