Tantalizing Tofu Stir-Fry: Quick, Healthy, and Bursting with Flavor

Ingredients

• 14 oz block extra-firm tofu, fresh
• 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon & 2 teaspoons of sesame oil
• 0.50 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons & 2 teaspoons of cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• Kosher salt
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon freshly minced ginger
• 8 oz string beans, trimmed
• 2 small carrots, sliced
• 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
• 0.25 cup water
• 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar