Savory Aloe Vera Stir-Fry with Ginger and Garlic Recipe | Recipes | nat.io

Ingredients

• 2 large aloe vera leaves (about 12 inches each)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt (for soaking)
• 4 cups cold water (for soaking)
• 14 oz (400g) extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 14 oz (400g) chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 14 oz (400g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz (225g) shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and caps sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 green onions, sliced diagonally
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 small Thai chilies, thinly sliced (optional)
• 3 tbsp coconut aminos (or gluten-free tamari)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp monk fruit sweetener (optional)
• ½ tsp xanthan gum (for thickening)
• ¼ cup vegetable broth or water
• 3 tbsp avocado oil, divided
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges