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Grilled tofu stir-fry with beets
Nutritious wok dish with grilled tofu and beets

Beet & Tofu Stir-Fry

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
The meeting of earthy, deep beet sweetness and salty, umami-rich soy sauce makes this dish special. Many are afraid to use beets in a wok, but when cut thin and fried quickly, they retain their crunch while lightly caramelizing. This dish is a bold play of colors and flavors, where neutral tofu serves as a base for the vibrant accompaniments.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Sharp Chef's Knife - for thinly slicing beets
  • Wok - for quick frying
  • Paper Towels

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Pat the tofu dry with paper towels, cut into slices or cubes. Brush with a little olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and fry in a hot skillet until red-brown on both sides.

Tip: Salt draws moisture from the surface, aiding browning (Maillard reaction).
2 ✓

Peel the beets and carrots, then cut into matchstick-thin strips (julienne). Slice the onion into half-moons.

Tip: The thinner the vegetable, the greater the surface area in contact with heat, so it cooks faster and tastes better.
3 ✓

Heat the wok until smoking. Pour in the olive oil and toss in the beets. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes with constant tossing.

Tip: Beets are harder than other vegetables, so we start with them.
4 ✓

Add the carrots and onion, fry for another 2 minutes, then toss in the crushed garlic.

Tip: Garlic burns quickly due to high sugar content, so add it only at the end.
5 ✓

Pour the soy sauce and sesame oil into the wok. Toss until the vegetables are glossy and coated in sauce.

Tip: We use sesame oil for flavoring, not frying, as it loses its aroma quickly under heat.
6 ✓

Return the fried tofu, gently toss to combine, then serve sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.

Tip: Always add fresh herbs at the very end so they don't wilt from the heat.

Recipe FAQ

How do I prevent the beets from staining everything?
Fry the beets separately or add them to the mix last so they discolor the tofu less.
Are the beets staying raw?
If you cut them into thin strips (julienne), the wok heat is sufficient. If thicker, blanch (parboil) for 1-2 minutes before frying.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Firm Tofu
  • 7 oz Raw Beets
  • 5 oz Carrots
  • 1 whole Red Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil (or other cooking oil)
  • 2 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 1/3 oz Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper