For Blood
Spinach and Tofu Stir-Fry with Sesame Seeds
- 1 bunch spinach, washed
- 16 oz. tofu, diced small
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ bunch parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbs sesame seeds
- 1/6 cup amaranth
- ½ cup water
- ½ tbs sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tbs ginger, minced
- 1 ½ tbs low sodium soy sauce
Instructions:
Total Time: 65 minutes (Prep Time: 35 minutes & Cook Time: 30 minutes); Servings 4 people
1. Place amaranth and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer, uncovered, until water is absorbed, for about 20 minutes. If it is too thick, add a small amount of water. Turn off heat and add soy sauce. Mix well.
2. Put tofu on a plate lined with a paper towel. Put another plate on top of tofu and weigh it down with something heavy. Press for 30 minutes to get rid of excess water.
3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet or wok over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add tofu and stir-fry until lightly colored. Add sesame seeds.
4. Chop spinach into 2 inch pieces and slice bell pepper into thin strips. Add bell pepper to 2 and stir-fry for 1 minute over medium-high heat, then add spinach and stir-fry for 30 seconds or until wilted.
5. Add 1 to 3 and mix well over medium heat. Turn off heat and add parsley. Mix well.
The Benefits of the Ingredients
| Spinach | Rich in iron. |
| Tofu | An excellent source of iron. |
| Red Bell Pepper | Contains powerful antioxidants vitamin A and C. Also a good source of potassium, which can help lower blood pressure. |
| Parsley | Contains chlorophyll which helps to alkalize the body, form new red blood cells and purify the blood. Also contains polyacetylene which has anti-platelet-aggregatory properties that help prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke. An excellent source of vitamin C, which helps increase the absorption of iron from plant foods. |
| Sesame Seeds | High in iron. |
| Amaranth | High in iron (Also a good source of protein). |
| Garlic | A natural blood thinner and has anti-inflammatory properties. |
| Ginger | A natural blood thinner and has anti-inflammatory properties. |