Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Ginger Tofu

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

A straightforward stir-fry featuring firm tofu tossed with fresh garlic and ginger for a flavorful vegan meal. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs firm tofu, garlic cloves, fresh ginger 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, drained and cubed into 1-inch pieces firm tofu
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and cook for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and slightly crispy.
2. Step 2: Push tofu to one side, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the empty side of the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir garlic and ginger into the tofu, then add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (if using), and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the tofu.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving hot over rice or noodles.