Seared Tofu with with Green Beans and Asian Coconut Sauce

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (14- to 16-oz) package firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
• 1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch-long pieces
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips (2 inches long)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 (14- to 15-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk (not low-fat)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/3 cup chopped salted roasted cashews