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INGREDIENTS

AmountkgCO2e

Vegetable oil

2-3 tbsp0.1376
Aubergine halved10.1275
Tofu or Firm tofu100 g0.2
Corn flour20 g0.013
Asparagus125 g0.015625
Red pepper10.03328
Broccoli100 g0.2
Mangetout100 g0.12
Red onion sliced10.01026
Sweet chili sauce1 tbsp0.0102
Korean barbecue sauce2 tbsp0.0204
Baby gem lettuce with Leaves removed20.184
Wagamama dressing*1 tbsp
Red chili Deseeded and finely sliced10.0117
Spring onions Finely sliced20.0144
Unsalted Cashew nuts20 g0.04
Finely chopped shallots2 tablespoons0.00224
Ginger, peeled and grated2.2 pieces0.0228
Garlic clove, crushed10.0057
Vinegar1 ½ tablespoons0.04462
Tomato ketchup1 tablespoon0.03375
Water1 tablespoon0.0009
Vegetable oil100 ml0.179
Light soy sauce2 tablespoons

0.0168

 

Method

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil in a frying pan or wok set over a medium-high heat and fry the aubergine until golden brown on each side. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Cut the tofu into small cubes, place in a shallow bowl and generously coat each piece with cornflour
  • Heat another tablespoon of oil in the frying pan or wok and fry the tofu on all sides until crispy and golden. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the asparagus, red pepper, broccoli, mangetout and red onion to the wok and stir-fry over a medium heat for 6-7 minutes, tossing occasionally and adding ad further splash of oil if necessary
  • Take the pan off the heat, add the aubergine, and tofu, and stir through the sweet chili and barbecue sauces.
  • Divide the lettuce leaves and hearts between 2 serving plates and drizzle over the salad dressing. Arrange the tofu and stir-fried vegetables on top and garnish with the chili, spring onions and cashew nuts.

This recipe is about 53% less carbon intensive than the average meal. Saving approximately 1.6 kgCO2e per serving.

That is the equivalent of charging your smartphone 195 times.