Pan-Fried Tofu with Ginger-Soy Stir Fry Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Crisp-edged pan-fried tofu combined with vibrant vegetables tossed in a savory ginger-soy sauce for a quick vegan stir fry. This Asian-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 block, pressed and sliced into 1/2-inch slabs extra-firm tofu
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp for frying canola oil
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 2 sliced for garnish green onions
• 1 tbsp for garnish toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Press and slice 14 oz extra-firm tofu into 1/2-inch slabs. Toss the tofu pieces gently with 3 tbsp cornstarch in a bowl to evenly coat.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp canola oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu slabs and pan-fry for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same pan, add 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute 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 tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Stir together 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp maple syrup, then pour over vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
6. Step 6: Return tofu to the pan and gently toss everything together for 1-2 minutes to warm through. Serve garnished with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.