Pan-Fried Tofu Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

Crisp pan-fried tofu cubes paired with vibrant vegetables tossed in a fragrant ginger and sesame sauce for a satisfying vegan stir-fry. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, cornstarch, canola oil 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp canola oil
• 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2, sliced on the diagonal green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Heat 3 tbsp canola oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and pan-fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
5. Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil. Return tofu to the skillet and toss everything together for 2 minutes until heated through.
6. Step 6: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving over steamed rice or noodles.