Best Buy's Best Korean-Style Stir-Fry
A sizzling medley of tofu, vegetables, and sweet chili sauce, delivering bold flavors in minutes. This korean-inspired asian (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs block, cubed tofu, head, cut into florets broccoli, sliced bell peppers 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.
Ingredients
- 1 block, cubed tofu
- 1 head, cut into florets broccoli
- 2, sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup, julienned carrots
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 cup, cooked rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok over high heat. Add 1 block tofu, cubed, and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 1 head broccoli, 2 bell peppers, and 1 cup carrots to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Return tofu to the pan.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens. Serve over 1 cup cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Buy's Best Korean-Style Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best Buy's Best Korean-Style Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep block, cubed tofu from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best Buy's Best Korean-Style Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best Buy's Best Korean-Style Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Best Buy's Best Korean-Style Stir-Fry vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.