Stir-Fried Tofu with Peppery Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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A protein-packed stir-fry with crispy tofu, zesty broccoli, and a kick of gochujang for bold flavor. This Korean-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs tofu, broccoli, bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, 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: 20 min Serves 2 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 block (14 oz), pressed and cubed tofu
2 cups, florets broccoli
1 red, sliced bell peppers
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp gochujang
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok over high heat. Add tofu and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy, then set aside.
Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, garlic, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until tender-crisp, then add bell peppers and cook for 2 minutes.
Step 3: Return tofu to the wok, stir in soy sauce, gochujang, and brown sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
Step 4: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and a drizzle of remaining sesame oil.