Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Lettuce with Tofu

A quick, flavorful, and healthy stir-fry featuring crisp lettuce and protein-packed tofu. Perfect for a light and satisfying lunch.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

455 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£2.05/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Snack

Cuisine:

Asian

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Stir-Fry

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1headIceberg Lettuce(Romaine or butter lettuce can be used as a substitute, but iceberg provides a nice crispness.)

£0.80

14ozFirm Tofu(Press out excess water for best results. Can substitute with cooked chicken or shrimp for non-vegetarian options.)

£2.00

3clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.20

1inchGinger(Minced)

£0.30

2tablespoonsSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred)

£0.10

1teaspoonSesame Oil(Adds a nutty flavor)

£0.15

1tablespoonVegetable Oil(For stir-frying)

£0.05

1tablespoonCornstarch(Optional, for thickening the sauce)

£0.05

2tablespoonsWater(If using cornstarch)

2Green Onions(Sliced, for garnish)

£0.40

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for heat)

£0.05

Total Cost

£4.10

£2.05 per serving

Instructions

1.
Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water. Cut the tofu into small cubes.
2.
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch (if using). Add water if using cornstarch and whisk until smooth.
3.
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and stir-fry until lightly golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove tofu from the wok and set aside.
4.
Add minced garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
5.
Roughly chop the lettuce into large pieces. Add the lettuce to the wok and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes, until slightly wilted but still crisp.
6.
Pour the soy sauce mixture over the lettuce and stir to coat. Add red pepper flakes if using.
7.
Return the tofu to the wok and stir to combine. Cook for another minute until heated through.
8.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (369g)

455 kcal / 1904 kJ

Carbs

20g

8% of RDA

Fat

28g

40% of RDA

Protein

33g

66% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

8 g

9% of RDA

Sodium

1390 mg

60% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Don't overcook the lettuce! It should still have a nice crunch.

Prepare all ingredients before you start cooking, as the stir-frying process is quick.

Adjust the amount of soy sauce and red pepper flakes to your taste.

Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Cooking Equipment

Wok or Large Skillet

Cutting board

Knife

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Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Lettuce with Tofu

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