Pan-Seared Tofu Stir-Fry with Ginger and Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

Firm tofu pan-seared to a golden crisp and stir-fried with fresh broccoli and ginger for a flavorful vegan Asian-inspired dish. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, fresh ginger, grated, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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 extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tsp brown sugar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Toss 14 oz extra firm tofu cubes with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp on all sides, then transfer tofu to a plate.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, and 1 tsp brown sugar in a small bowl, then pour over broccoli. Return tofu to the skillet and toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
6. Step 6: Cook for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the tofu and broccoli. Sprinkle 2 sliced green onions and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes on top before serving.