Asian-Garlic Pasta with Tofu and Vegetables

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A fragrant, umami-rich pasta dish with crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and sweet-savory garlic sauce. This Asian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs spaghetti, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant — do not let it brown.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup chopped tofu and 1 cup broccoli florets. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the tofu is golden and the broccoli is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, and 1/2 cup water. Cook for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, stirring to coat. Add 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms and 1/4 cup chopped green onions. Cook for 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
  6. Step 6: Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

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