Quick bites: How to make this delicious Teriyaki tofu stir-fry

You’ll need​

200g firm tofu

3 tbsp teriyaki sauce

1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into thin strips

4 spring onions, cut into thin strips

250g pouch long-grain or basmati rice

rapeseed oil

Method​

Place tofu between two pieces of kitchen paper and put heavy weight on top. Leave for at least 10 minutes to remove excess water, then cut into bite-size cubes.

Put the cubes in a bowl, stir in 1 tbspn teriyaki sauce until the tofu is coated.

Heat 1 tbspn rapeseed oil in wok or fry pan over a high heat and add tofu. Reduce heat slightly and cook for 3-4 mins, turning occasionally, until lightly browned.

Add the pepper, most of the spring onions. Cook for 2-3 mins until soft, stir in rest of teriyaki sauce. Remove from heat.

Meanwhile, cook the rice according to the packet instructions. Divide between two plates and serve the stir- fry on top, garnished with spring onions.

Extracted from VeganEasy by Denise Smart (Ebury Press, £15)