Ginger-Sesame Stir-Fried Tofu with Broccoli and Carrots

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

Firm tofu cubes stir-fried with crisp broccoli and sweet carrots in a fragrant ginger-sesame sauce, perfect for a quick and nourishing Asian-inspired meal. This Asian fusion recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, broccoli florets, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup, sliced thinly on the diagonal carrots
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 2, sliced thinly green onions
• 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook, turning occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 cup thinly sliced carrots and 2 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
3. Step 3: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet and pour in 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1 tsp honey. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the tofu and vegetables.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.