5-Minute Ginger-Soy Tofu Stir-Fry with Crispy Rice Noodles

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A vibrant, protein-packed stir-fry with caramelized tofu and crispy noodles ready in 35 minutes. This Asian-inspired quick recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Press tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/2 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves to make the sauce.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy on all sides, flipping once.
  4. Step 4: Push tofu to one side of the skillet. Add frozen vegetables and stir-fry for 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Add sauce mixture and toss to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Meanwhile, cook rice noodles according to package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water. Add to skillet with 1 tsp toasted sesame oil and toss gently to coat.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately topped with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.

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