Stir-Fried Rice with Tofu

Ingredients:

1 T. light olive oil
1 small onion or 3 scallions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 T. fresh ginger root, grated
12 oz. firm tofu, cut in cubes ( can substitute with chicken or other protein)
4 c. cooked, cooled rice (see recipe for baked brown rice)
3 T. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 c. fresh or frozen green peas
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced (optional)
2 T. chopped cilantro leaves
1 T. dark roasted sesame oil

Method:

1- In a wok or large skillet, heat the olive oil, and quickly saute the onion, garlic and ginger, stirring constantly with a large spoon. Add red pepper (if using) and cook until just crisp tender.

2- Add the tofu and warm it through.

3- Add the rice, stirring and turning it to mix it with the other ingredients and warm it through. Add the soy sauce and mix well.

4- Add the peas, cilantro, and sesame oil, and mix well.

Serves 4

Serving suggestion: salad of sliced cucumbers in rice-wine vinegar and steamed asparagus. Sliced oranges for dessert.