Recipe: Vegetarian Pad King

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Vegetarian Pad King

 

Ingredients:

  • 200g firm tofu, cubed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium-sized carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (shiitake or oyster mushrooms work well)
  • 4 green onions, sliced diagonally
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely sliced or julienned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional, for spice)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Cooked jasmine rice for serving

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Ingredients:

    • Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into cubes.
    • Slice all the vegetables and set aside.

  2. Make the Sauce:

    • In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and coconut sugar. Set aside.

  3. Stir-Fry:

    • Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or a large pan over medium-high heat.
    • Add tofu cubes and stir-fry until they turn golden brown. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.

  4. Cook Vegetables:

    • In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Add sliced ginger, minced garlic, and chili (if using). Stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
    • Add broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, and mushrooms. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

  5. Combine Tofu and Sauce:

    • Return the cooked tofu to the pan with the vegetables.
    • Pour the prepared sauce over the tofu and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.

  6. Finish Cooking:

    • Add sliced green onions and stir for an additional 1-2 minutes until the green onions are slightly wilted, and the dish is heated through.

  7. Serve:

    • Serve the vegetarian Pad King over cooked jasmine rice.
    • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Enjoy your delicious Vegetarian Pad King! Adjust the spice level and soy sauce according to your taste preferences.

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