Hidden Sesame Tofu Stir Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers

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

A vibrant tofu stir fry with crisp broccoli and colorful bell peppers tossed in a savory sesame sauce that brings hidden depth to every bite. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, pressed and cubed, cornstarch, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, then add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes until edges are golden and crispy; remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil, then sauté 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper; stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to skillet and pour in a sauce made from 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey; toss to coat and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the tofu and vegetables.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving.