2Tbs.tomato paste or ketchupno high-fructose corn syrup
1Tbs.fresh grated ginger or 1 tsp. ground ginger
2Tbs.cornstarch
1Tbs.water
For the tofu & vegetables:
214 oz.packages extra-firm tofu
2zucchinichopped
1crownbroccolichopped
2cupsgreen beanstrimmed and cut
2bell peppersany color, chopped
1red onionchopped
8oz.baby bella mushroomssliced
1Tbs.cornstarch
1Tbs.water
2 cupsbrown rice
2½cups water
Instructions
For stovetop rice:
Cook according to package directions.
For Instant Pot rice:
Place brown rice and water in the instant pot, close the lid and seal.
Cook the rice for 17 minutes on high pressure, followed by a quick pressure release.
For the sauce:
Whisk sauce ingredients together, pour into a small pan and bring to a boil on the stove, then remove from heat.
For the tofu & vegetables:
Heat the oven to 400°.
Slice the tofu in thick slices and place on a plate lined with two paper towels and cover with another paper towel. Put a heavy skillet or pot on top of the tofu to squeeze out the excess water while you prep the sauce.
Cut the tofu slices into cubes and place in a bowl.
Drizzle a few Tbs. of the sauce over the tofu and use your hands to gently toss it together to coat the tofu. Allow to marinate 5-10 minutes or longer.
Arrange the tofu cubes on a lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 400° for 30 minutes.
Arrange the vegetables on a lined baking sheet and sprinkle with the remaining 2 Tbs. of sauce and bake for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Serve vegetables and tofu over rice, drizzled with sauce.
Notes
The vegetables can be prepped ahead of time. The tofu can be prepped ahead and allowed to marinate in the fridge overnight.