Tofu Marsala With Asparagus
Tofu Marsala With Asparagus is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian dish that combines savory tofu and fresh asparagus in a rich Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is both comforting and sophisticated, guaranteed to impress family and friends with its stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 14 oz firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 1/2 cup sweet Marsala wine
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cut the pressed tofu into cubes and trim the woody ends off the asparagus.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add tofu cubes. Sauté until golden brown on all sides (about 8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and asparagus to the skillet, cooking until tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the Marsala wine and soy sauce, scraping any browned bits from the skillet. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in vegetable broth and let everything meld together over low heat for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms. To make it gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.