Main Dishes

Stir-Fried Garden Vegetables with Marinated Tofu

Makes 6 servings Tofu is an excellent source of protein and a good medium to showcase brightly colored, well-seasoned garden vegetables. Because of the variety of textures available from silky to extra firm, tofu is a delicious option. Ingredients Marinated Tofu 1 1/4 lb firm tofu, drained, cut into 1-inch […]

Pantry, Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Tahini Soy Dressing

Makes about 2/3 cup This dressing is great on salads and as a dipping sauce, but it also tastes exceptionally good on a pasta salad as well. Ingredients 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 1/4 cup sherry vinegar 2 teaspoons minced ginger 1 shallot, minced 2 teaspoons brown sugar 2 […]

Appetizers, Hors D’oeuvre, and Snacks

Vietnamese-Style Fried Spring Rolls

Makes 20 pieces Spring roll wrappers usually can be found in the produce section. We opted to panfry these spring rolls, rather than deep fry them. Be sure the oil is heated properly. Ingredients 2 tablespoons peanut oil 2 teaspoons minced ginger 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, white portion only […]