Sautéed Asian-Style Tofu with Sesame and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-09 · Updated 2026-08-09

Firm tofu cubes sautéed with fragrant ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame seeds for a flavorful, protein-rich vegetarian dish. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, sesame oil, fresh ginger 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and diced into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced scallions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz diced firm tofu cubes and sauté for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crisp.
2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
3. Step 3: Pour in 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce and stir to coat the tofu evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and glazes the tofu.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions over the tofu before serving warm.