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Comfort food on a cold day. This recipe works great with any vegetables you have on hand. Today I used broccoli, asparagus, baby bellas and edamame over sprouted brown rice. SO yummmm.
SPICY TOFU VEGETABLE STIR FRY (recipe adapted from Minimalist Baker) - about 3-4 servings
1 14-oz. pkg. organic extra firm tofu
1-2 T. toasted sesame and peanut oil
4-5 c. raw vegetables, chopped (broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, etc.)
MARINADE
2-4 T. chili garlic sauce (adjust for heat preference)
1/2 c maple syrup
1/2 c soy sauce (or tamari)
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 limes, juiced (4 T.)
2 T toasted sesame oil
2 T cornstarch (added after tofu marinates)
Wrap tofu in a clean, absorbent towel and set something heavy on top, such as a cast iron skillet, to aid in absorbing excess moisture. Let rest for 15 minutes. Prepare the marinade at this time.
Add all of the marinade ingredients (except the cornstarch) to a plastic bag or container and toss/shake to combine. Once the tofu is pressed, cube it and add it to the marinade. Toss to combine.
Place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hrs, preferably overnight (up to 2 days). The longer it rests, the stronger and more pronounced the flavor will become.
When ready to cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 1 T. sesame oil. Use a slotted spoon to scoot the tofu into the skillet, leaving the majority of the marinade behind.
Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently and adding 1-2 T. of marinade to add extra flavor. Flip/toss the tofu around to get all of the sides evenly browned. Reduce the heat if browning too quickly. Remove the pan from the heat and scoop out the tofu. Set aside. Add the cornstarch to the remaining marinade and stir or shake well.
Place the pan back over medium heat and another T. of sesame or peanut oil if pan is too dry. Add the vegetables and stir fry until crisp tender. Add remaining marinade. Saute the vegetables, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes or until veggies are cooked through. Then add the tofu back in and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Serve as is or with white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice. Serve with extra chili garlic sauce for added heat.
"According to one recent large-scale study, a STAGGERING 40 PERCENT of children ages six through 11 have elevated cholesterol levels. And more children than ever are now at risk for high blood pressure. The risks only multiply when it comes to the third of American children who are overweight or obese: SEVENTY PERCENT of obese children have at least one precursor for heart disease."
Not only is this NOT ok, it is imperative that we take action to change the diets of our children NOW. What we put on the end of their forks matters, and it matters deeply. A bowl of sugary marshmallow treats for breakfast is NOT magically delicious - nor is a diet high in processed meats and junk food. As adults, we often search for the healthiest option on the menu when we dine out and then order the worst food possible from the children's menu for our kids. This is crazy. Please feed them REAL food - their health is what determines our future.
#healthykids #healthyworld #forkdisease #eatREALfood
Heart Disease Begins in Childhood
drgreene.com
Research shows that by the time children enter school, many already have risk factors for heart disease indicating adult heart disease begins in childhood.The next issue of the San Clemente Journal hits town this Friday, the 15th! Pick one up and check out our full page ad for this year's HIGH 5IVE 4FITNESS extravaganza on Saturday, May 18th and also Cindi's editorial on a common sense approach to diets.
Our 5th annual fundraiser* for The Noble Path Foundation will once again feature the epic BATTLE OF THE GYMS and also back by popular demand, the BATTLE OF THE SCHOOLS! Come and cheer for your favorite teacher team or gym while you browse our wellness fair and test your skills in our Sports Challenges. It's a fun day of fitness for the entire family and we hope you’ll save the date so we can see you there!
For more information, schedule of events, and online registration, please visit www.thenoblepathfoundation.org
*Proceeds from this event help fund our year-round Nutrition and Wellness Programs, Real Food Forums, and Fitness Days. Your participation also helps insure that our much needed awareness presentations stay FREE to local youth groups, schools, sports teams, businesses and organizations throughout southern California and our local communities. We couldn’t do it without the continued support of our fit-fams, volunteers, vendors and participants and we sincerely thank you for your support!
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Guides youth in becoming more active and making fitness an enjoyable part of their life style
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Get the family involved in improving their healthy lifestyles by offering educational workshops
Educate
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