Ginger-Soy Tofu Stir Fry with Colorful Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-02 · Updated 2026-08-02

A vibrant vegan stir fry featuring crispy tofu and a savory ginger-soy sauce loaded with fresh vegetables for a wholesome dinner. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz firm tofu cubes with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated, then heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil along with 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 julienned large carrot, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup broccoli florets, stir frying for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet, pour 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp water, stirring to coat and heat through for 2 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.