Crisp Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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Firm tofu stir-fried with fresh garlic and ginger in a savory sauce, delivering a simple yet flavorful vegan dish. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, cornstarch, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 ounces, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes extra firm tofu
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 cloves, minced fresh garlic cloves
1 tablespoon, minced fresh ginger
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 stalks, sliced green onions
1/4 teaspoon (optional) red chili flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 14 ounces extra firm tofu cubes with 2 tablespoons cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes without stirring until bottoms are golden and crisp.
Step 3: Flip tofu cubes carefully and cook for another 4 minutes until all sides are crisp and golden.
Step 4: Push tofu to the side of the pan, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger to the empty space, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5: Stir garlic and ginger into tofu, then add 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats tofu.
Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.