Quick Stir-Fried Garlic Tofu with Broccoli and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

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A simple, quick stir fry featuring crispy tofu cubes and tender broccoli tossed in a fragrant garlic sesame sauce for a satisfying vegan dinner. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, drained and cubed, broccoli florets, sesame 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz extra firm tofu, drained and cubed
3 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 stalks green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra firm tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and slightly crispy.
Step 2: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stir frying for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey. Pour this sauce over the tofu and broccoli, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving.