Quick Stir-Fried Tofu with Ginger and Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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Bright and savory stir-fried tofu with crisp broccoli and fresh ginger, ready in minutes for a healthy weeknight meal. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (vegan, gluten free option), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, broccoli florets, ginger root 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: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
3 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp fresh, minced ginger root
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp honey
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
2 stalks, sliced thin green onions
1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on all sides.
Step 2: Add 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 3 tbsp soy sauce, stirring to coat. Cook for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything together and cook for another 1 minute until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving immediately.