Vegetarian Capcay

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, Vegetarian Capcay is a quick and healthy stir-fry dish inspired by the classic Southeast Asian mixed vegetable recipe. This wholesome version features an array of fresh veggies—like broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and snow peas—perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, and a hint of sesame oil for a savory umami kick. Protein-packed tofu is pan-fried until golden and tossed with crisp-tender vegetables in a silky, flavorful sauce thickened with cornstarch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet satisfying dish is perfect as a standalone meal or served with steamed rice for a hearty, plant-based option. Perfect for weeknight dinners, Vegetarian Capcay is a deliciously easy way to enjoy a nutritious, veggie-loaded feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup, cut into florets Broccoli
• 1 cup, cut into florets Cauliflower
• 1 medium, sliced thinly Carrot
• 1 medium, sliced Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Snow peas
• 1 cup, sliced Cabbage
• 8 pieces, sliced Button mushrooms
• 200 grams, cubed Firm tofu
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon, minced Ginger
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons, vegetarian Oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 100 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon, mixed with 2 teaspoons water Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the cubed tofu and stir-fry until golden brown on all sides. Remove tofu from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add another tablespoon of cooking oil.

Step 4

Add minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.

Step 5

Add broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot slices. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add red bell pepper, snow peas, cabbage, and mushrooms to the pan. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Step 7

Return the tofu to the pan and mix well with the vegetables.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, sesame oil, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 9

Pour the sauce mixture over the stir-fried vegetables and tofu. Stir well to combine.

Step 10

Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) to the pan. Stir constantly until the sauce has thickened.

Step 11

Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 12

Serve hot, either on its own or with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1426.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1048.4

Total Fat 63.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4638.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 26.6g
Protein 65.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 878.7mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 3118.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 25.7%