Budget-Friendly Stir-Fried Tofu and Broccoli with Garlic Sauce

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crisp broccoli and golden tofu in a savory garlic sauce, perfect for a wholesome and economical dinner. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra-firm tofu and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu from pan and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 4 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, 1/4 cup water, and 5 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl. Pour this sauce mixture over the broccoli and stir well.
  4. Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet and toss gently with the sauce and broccoli. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu and vegetables evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving with steamed rice or noodles.

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