Crisp Tofu Stir-Fry with Ginger and Seasonal Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-05

A vibrant vegan stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes, fresh ginger, and colorful seasonal vegetables tossed in a savory soy-ginger sauce. This Asian Fusion vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs cornstarch, vegetable oil, and fresh ginger, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner. 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz pressed and cubed extra-firm tofu in 3 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl.
6. Step 6: Return tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over everything. Toss gently and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu and vegetables.
7. Step 7: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.