Best Tofu Stir-Fry Recipe

Ingredients

• Kosher salt
• 1 (14-oz.) block extra-firm tofu, fresh or frozen and defrosted
• 1 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp. toasted sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. cornstarch
• 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. grated peeled ginger
• 1 small head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, thinly sliced
• 2 small carrots, peeled, sliced
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 8 oz. string beans, trimmed
• 1/4 c. water
• 2 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar
• 2 tsp. cornstarch
• 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil