Pan-Fried Sesame Ginger Tofu Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Golden pan-fried tofu tossed in a vibrant sesame ginger sauce with crisp vegetables for a quick and tasty Asian-inspired meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, sesame oil, soy sauce 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp honey
1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
1 cup broccoli florets
2, sliced green onions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry a 14 oz block of firm tofu and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss the cubes gently with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu cubes and fry for 4-5 minutes per side, turning carefully, until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: In the same pan, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 1 cup broccoli florets and 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 5: Return tofu to the pan and pour in a sauce made from 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey. Toss everything gently and cook for another 2 minutes until tofu is glazed.
Step 6: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.