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Savory Tofu & Vegetable Stew

Name: Savory Tofu & Vegetable Stew
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu; 2 cup vegetable broth; 1 cup carrots; 1 cup celery; 3 unit garlic cloves; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried rosemary; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup diced tomatoes; 1 tsp salt

Craving something cozy and filling without the stress of a complex recipe?

Total: 40 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: easy
Calories: 195
Cost: $/serving

When you're exhausted after a long day, the last thing you want is to spend an hour hovering over a hot stove. This stew is designed for those exact moments—it’s hearty enough to feel like a hug in a bowl, but simple enough that it doesn't demand your full attention. We use firm tofu and whatever veggies you have on hand to create a rich, savory broth. It’s basically the ultimate 'low-effort, high-reward' dinner that fuels you up before bed.

Ingredients

1 lb firm tofu — pressed and cubed
2 cup vegetable broth
1 cup carrots — chopped
1 cup celery — sliced
3 unit garlic cloves — minced
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 tsp salt — or to taste

Method

1 Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2 Add the carrots and celery, sautéing for about 6-8 minutes until slightly softened.
3 Stir in the garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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4 Add the cubed tofu, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot.
5 Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 20 minutes.
6 Season with salt to taste and serve warm in big bowls.

Variations

The Quick Version — Replace the carrots and celery with a bag of pre-cut frozen mixed vegetables to skip the chopping.
Spice it Up — Add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the garlic for a little kick.