Sautéed Garlic-Ginger Tofu Stir Fry with Seasonal Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Pan-seared tofu cubes tossed with a vibrant garlic-ginger sauce and crisp seasonal vegetables for a colorful, protein-rich vegan stir fry. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, sesame oil, fresh garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra firm tofu
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 cloves, minced fresh garlic
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown and crispy.
2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup, coating the tofu evenly.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced medium red bell pepper, and 1 large julienned carrot to the pan. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and toss in 2 sliced green onions.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir fry before serving.