Tamarind Tofu Cabbage Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked orzo
- 1 lb. block extra firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 4 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
- olive oil for frying tofu and cabbage
- 2 tablespoons Tamarind Chutney (recipe will follow)
- 2 tablespoons Tamari
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1635g | |
| Calories 1656 | |
| Calories from Fat 144 | 9% |
| Total Fat 16.25g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 2.63g | 11% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2089mg | 87% |
| Potassium 2137mg | 61% |
| Total Carbs 311.68g | 83% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 56% |
| Sugars 124.22g | 83% |
| Protein 68.31g | 109% |
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