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

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Golden pan-seared tofu served alongside vibrant stir-fried vegetables in a fragrant ginger and sesame sauce for a satisfying vegan meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs sesame oil, 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 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 extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced thin
• 1 cup snap peas
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz extra-firm tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey or maple syrup, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet and toss gently to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds over the top before serving.