Ginger-Pepper Stir-Fried Tofu with Bok Choy

By AislePrompt Editorial · ·

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are drafted and published.

A quick Asian stir-fry featuring marinated tofu seared with fresh ginger and black pepper, paired with tender bok choy for a flavorful vegetarian main. This Asian-inspired healthy bowl recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, fresh ginger 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Woks that get real sear at home → Best Woks for 2026: Carbon Steel, Nonstick & Flat-Bottom Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz firm tofu cubes with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper in a bowl. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated tofu cubes in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and slightly crisp.
  3. Step 3: Push tofu to one side of the skillet and add 2 heads halved baby bok choy and 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the empty side. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until bok choy stems are tender but leaves remain bright green.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the tofu and bok choy, toss gently to combine, and cook for another 1 minute to meld flavors before serving.

Related recipes