Black Pepper Tofu with Bok Choy

Serves

2

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Ingredients

12 oz (340 g) firm tofu, patted dry, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp coconut oil
pinch of salt
1 tsp fresh cracked peppercorns
1 shallot, sliced
4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 baby bok choy, quartered lengthwise
For the black pepper sauce:
  2 tbsp tamari
  3 tbsp water
  2 tsp coconut sugar
  ½ tsp fresh cracked peppercorns
  1 tsp chili paste

Nutrition

(Per Serving)

Calories

332

Fats

23 g

Protein

20 g

Carbs

17 g

Instructions

  • Cut the tofu into cubes and toss in the cornstarch until coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a wok or large skillet over a medium-high heat and add the salt and crushed peppercorns, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the tofu and sear on all sides for 5-6 minutes, until golden. Set the crispy tofu aside on a paper towellined plate and wipe the wok out
  • Meanwhile, make the black pepper sauce by placing all the ingredients into a small bowl and mixing together until the sugar has dissolved. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining coconut oil in the wok over medium heat, then add the shallots, garlic, and bok choy. Stir continuously for 3-4 minutes, until the bok choy begins to wilt and shallots become golden. Add the sauce to the wok and simmer for a couple of minutes, or until bok choy is tender.
  • Toss the tofu back into the wok with the bok choy and sauce and serve immediately.