Sautéed Asian-Style Tofu with Ginger Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

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Firm tofu pan-seared until golden and coated in a fragrant ginger garlic soy glaze, served with scallions and sesame seeds for added crunch. This Asian-inspired Super Bowl recipe (vegan), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, fresh ginger minced 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block firm tofu
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
2 garlic cloves minced
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 stalks green onions sliced
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp sesame seeds toasted
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Press 14 oz firm tofu for 20 minutes to remove excess water, then cut into 1-inch cubes and toss with 1 tbsp cornstarch to lightly coat.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Transfer tofu to a plate.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Mix 2 tbsp water with 1 tsp cornstarch and add to skillet, cooking for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the pan.
Step 5: Return tofu to skillet and toss to coat evenly in the ginger garlic sauce. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.