Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Broccoli and Cashew in Ginger-Soy Sauce
Crisp-tender broccoli and golden tofu stir-fried quickly with crunchy cashews and a savory ginger-soy sauce make a satisfying vegetarian meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, broccoli florets, cashews for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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 block, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup, unsalted cashews
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2, sliced diagonally green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra-firm tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and slightly crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, then toss in 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the broccoli, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Return tofu to the wok and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Toss everything together to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Stir in 1/2 cup unsalted cashews and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cashews are warmed through.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving over steamed rice or noodles.








