Quick Stir-Fried Sesame Tofu with Broccoli and Cashews

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

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A quick and satisfying vegan stir-fry featuring crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and crunchy cashews tossed in a savory sesame sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegan), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, broccoli florets, roasted cashews for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 360 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz extra firm tofu
3 cups broccoli florets
1/3 cup roasted cashews
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 stalks green onions
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Press 14 oz extra firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss cubes gently with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: Mince 2 garlic cloves and grate 1 tbsp fresh ginger. In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil and sauté the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and just tender.
Step 5: Return tofu to skillet. Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and toss everything for 2 minutes until tofu and broccoli are coated and heated through.
Step 6: Stir in 1/3 cup roasted cashews, 2 thinly sliced green onions, and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving immediately.