Ginger-Sesame Tofu Stir Fry

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Firm tofu cubes stir-fried with fresh ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, tossed with crisp vegetables for a flavorful vegan main dish. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, fresh ginger, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. 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 "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: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 14 oz pressed firm tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Lower heat to medium, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 sliced red bell pepper and 2 chopped baby bok choy heads to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet, pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, and toss everything together to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.

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