Crisp Asian-Style Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Firm tofu cubes stir-fried to a golden crisp with aromatic ginger and toasted sesame, tossed in a light soy glaze for a satisfying vegetarian main. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs firm tofu, pressed and cubed, sesame oil, fresh ginger, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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

• 14 oz firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 14 oz firm tofu and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss tofu cubes with 2 tbsp cornstarch evenly to coat.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and cook without stirring for 4 minutes until bottoms are golden brown and crisp.
3. Step 3: Flip tofu cubes and add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stirring gently and cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey. Pour sauce over tofu and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats tofu evenly.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions, 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.