Ingredients

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons raw tahini

1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes

1/4 cup pineapple juice

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce

1/4 cup water

8 ounces tofu cut into 1 inch cubes or 1 chicken breast, cut into strips

5 cups broccoli florets (chopped in small pieces)

2 cups chopped bok choy

1 zucchini, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

4 cups shredded cabbage

3/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons water,divided

2 teaspoons corn starch

4 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Preparation

In a small bowl, combine ginger, garlic, tahini, hot pepper flakes, pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce,and water. Set aside.

Rub a large wok with oil and stir-fry tofu (or chicken) until slightly browned. Remove and keep warm.

Heat 3/4 cup of water in a large wok, add broccoli, bok choy, zucchini, red pepper and cabbage. Cover and cook over medium/high heat until crisp tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.

Return tofu (or chicken) to wok and add sauce mixture. Stir fry uncovered, for about 2 minutes until heated through. Combine cornstarch and 3 tablespoons water and stir into wok. Cook for a few minutes, until thickened. Additional water may be added to adjust consistency.

Top with green onions and sesame seeds. May be served over a mixture of brown and wild rice.