Ginger-Sesame Tofu Stir Fry with Garlic Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

A vibrant vegetarian stir fry featuring crispy tofu in a ginger-sesame glaze served alongside aromatic garlic-infused rice for a wholesome meal. This Asian Fusion vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, soy sauce, and fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 380 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 "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 soy sauce
• 1 1/2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 3 scallions, sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear, drain well. In a saucepan, combine rice with 1 1/4 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra firm tofu and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 5 minced garlic cloves, and 1 1/2 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet and stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss gently and cook for 2 more minutes until tofu is well coated and sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in 3 sliced scallions and the garlic from the sautéed mixture. Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top and serve tofu stir fry alongside the garlic rice.