Crispy Tofu Stir-Fry with Golden Soy Glaze
A protein-packed dish with crispy tofu and vibrant vegetables, bathed in a golden light soy sauce glaze. This Asian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs tofu, soy sauce, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 (14 oz), cubed tofu
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 head, cut into florets broccoli
- 1 medium, julienned carrots
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 1 cup, cooked rice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp grated ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in broccoli and carrots, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup water and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Cook for 2 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Push the vegetables to the sides of the wok and add 1 tbsp sesame oil. Cook for 1 minute until the oil is fragrant.
- Step 3: Add cubed tofu and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Cook for 5 minutes until golden and crispy. Stir in 1 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu. Serve over 1 cup cooked rice.
