Tofu and Green Bean Stir-fry in Spicy Sauce

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Tofu and Green Bean Stir-fry in Spicy Sauce

 

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 cup water

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

1/4 teaspoon Asian chili sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger

3/4 pound green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 cup preshredded carrots

1 14 ounce container firm tofu, cut into 1-inch pieces

 

Dissolve the cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of the water. Stir in the remaining

water, soy sauce, and chili sauce and set aside.

Heat the oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic,

ginger, and green beans, and stir-fry 1 minute. Add the carrots and tofu and

stir-fry 3 minutes.

Briefly stir the sauce and add it to the skillet. Cook, stirring, for 3 to 4

minutes, or until the sauce is thick and the green beans are tender. Remove from

the heat.

Makes 4 servings.

Calories 181, Fat 7 g, Carbs 16 g, Sodium 527 mg, Fiber 5 g.