One-Pot Vegetable Stir-Fry with Tofu and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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A quick and healthy one-pot stir-fry with tofu and mixed vegetables, finished with a savory sesame sauce. This Asian-inspired one-pot recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs vegetable oil, firm tofu, mixed vegetables for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 tbsp vegetable oil
14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu
2 cups (bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas) mixed vegetables
3 cloves minced garlic
1 tbsp minced ginger
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
Step 3: Push tofu to one side of the skillet, then add 2 cups mixed vegetables, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 minced tablespoon of fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
Step 5: Pour sauce mixture over tofu and vegetables, stirring constantly until sauce thickens and coats ingredients, about 2 minutes.
Step 6: Stir in 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve immediately.