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Stir-fried Lizard and Tofu with Vegetables
Discover a unique stir-fry featuring tender lizard meat and firm tofu pieces combined with vibrant bell peppers, onions, and aromatic garlic and ginger, all coated in a savory, balanced sauce. This quick and flavorful dish offers an adventurous culinary experience, fusing distinct textures and tastes into one compelling meal.
#Lizard recipe
#Tofu
#Stir-fry
#Asian
#Exotic meat
#Quick meal
#Savory
#Unique
The finished Stir-fried Lizard and Tofu, plated beautifully.
Recipe Information
15m
Prep Time
16m
Cook Time
31m
Total Time
3
Servings
Medium
Asian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
380
Calories
35g
Protein
28g
Carbs
17g
Fat
Close-up of the vibrant dish in the wok, coated in sauce.
Ingredients
Servings: 3
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A spoonful showing the combination of lizard, tofu, and colorful vegetables.
Instructions
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- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping the lizard meat, pressing and cubing the tofu, slicing the bell pepper and onion, and mincing the garlic and ginger. Have everything ready as stir-frying is a fast process.5m
Preview5mPreviewPrepare all ingredients by washing and chopping the lizard meat, pressing and cubing the tofu, slicing the bell pepper and onion, and mincing the garlic and ginger. Have everything ready as stir-frying is a fast process. - In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, water/broth, and sugar. Set aside. This will be your stir-fry sauce.2m
Preview2mPreviewIn a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, water/broth, and sugar. Set aside. This will be your stir-fry sauce. - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and pan-fry until golden brown and slightly crispy on all sides. Remove from the wok and set aside.3m
Preview3mPreviewHeat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cubed tofu and pan-fry until golden brown and slightly crispy on all sides. Remove from the wok and set aside. - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the lizard meat and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside with the tofu.4m
Preview4mPreviewAdd the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the lizard meat and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the wok and set aside with the tofu. - Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp.3m
Preview3mPreviewAdd the minced garlic and grated ginger to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp. - Return the cooked lizard meat and tofu to the wok with the vegetables. Stir well to combine.1m
Preview1mPreviewReturn the cooked lizard meat and tofu to the wok with the vegetables. Stir well to combine. - Give the prepared sauce a quick whisk again, then pour it over the ingredients in the wok. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.2m
Preview2mPreviewGive the prepared sauce a quick whisk again, then pour it over the ingredients in the wok. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats all the ingredients, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.1mPreview1mPreviewGarnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.
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