Spicy Tofu Stir-Fry

Kcal: 540 |
P: 29 |
F: 21 |
C: 57 |
Fiber: 8

Ingredients

Firm tofu: 150 g (1 cup, cubed), Broccoli: 100 g (1 cup, florets), Bell pepper: 100 g (1 cup, sliced), Soy sauce (low-sodium): 15 ml (1 tbsp), Sriracha: 5 ml (1 tsp), Olive oil: 5 g (1 tsp), Brown rice: 50 g (1/4 cup uncooked), Sesame seeds: 5 g (1 tsp)

Nutritional info:

Meal Type: lunch
Dietary Suitable for: Vegan (excludes all animal products)
Cooking Time Minutes: 260
Suitable for Menopausal Status: Peri-menopausal

Recipe Instructions

1. Cook rice: Rinse and cook 50 g brown rice according to package instructions. 2. Prepare tofu: Press 150 g tofu to remove excess water, then cut into cubes. 3. Stir-fry vegetables: Heat 5 g olive oil in a pan. Add 100 g broccoli and 100 g bell pepper, stir-fry for 5 minutes. 4. Add tofu: Add tofu cubes, 15 ml soy sauce, and 5 ml sriracha. Cook for another 5 minutes. 5. Serve: Plate stir-fry over cooked rice and sprinkle with 5 g sesame seeds.

Menopause Benefits

This Asian stir-fry delivers isoflavones from tofu that support bone density during menopause. Tofu provides complete protein with all essential amino acids for tissue maintenance. Broccoli contributes indole-3-carbinol that supports healthy estrogen metabolism. Bell peppers deliver vitamin C that enhances collagen synthesis for skin elasticity. Brown rice provides manganese that activates antioxidant enzymes for cellular protection. Sesame seeds contribute zinc that supports immune function through T-cell activation. Soy sauce delivers tyrosine that serves as a precursor for thyroid hormone production. Sriracha provides capsaicin that supports thermogenesis for metabolic wellness. Olive oil contributes squalene that maintains skin hydration through sebum regulation. This fibre-rich meal enhances microbial diversity in the gut microbiome, supporting optimal neurotransmitter production while delivering essential micronutrients for overall vitality during this transformative life phase.

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