Honey and ginger tofu
Reviewed by our expert panel(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 75g firm tofu*
- 2 teaspoons liquid honey
- 1 teaspoon reduced-fat spread
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger
- ½ cup frozen stir-fry vegetable mix
- ¼ capsicum, sliced
- 2 asparagus spears, chopped
- 4cm leek, sliced (optional)
- ¼ cup red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
- 1 cup cooked rice, to serve
- *NOTE: Ingredients with an asterisk (*) indicate that although this ingredient is usually gluten-free, it's wise to check the label to be sure as product ingredients can vary and formulations can change.
Instructions
1 Cut tofu in even-sized pieces. Place honey and spread in a microwave-safe container and heat until spread is melted.
2 Place tofu in a sealed container. Add honey-spread mix and ginger. Seal and shake to mix. Leave to marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3 Heat a non-stick pan or wok with a little oil spray. Cook frozen vegetables until just warm. Add fresh vegetables and kidney beans. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
4 Lower heat and add tofu and half the marinade. Cook for a few minutes. Serve with rice.
RUNNER-UP: Meals for one category
HFG Reader Recipe Competition 2010
Meri Westlake, Auckland
Nutrition Info (per serve)
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Calories 483cal
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Kilojoules 2020kJ
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Protein 22g
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Total fat 9g
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–Saturated fat 1g
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Carbohydrates 80g
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–Sugars 16g
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Dietary fibre 8g
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Sodium 30mg
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Calcium 210mg
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Iron 6.5mg
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