Sautéed Garlic Ginger Tofu with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

Tender tofu cubes sautéed with fresh garlic and ginger, tossed with crisp bok choy and earthy shiitake mushrooms in a savory soy glaze. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, fresh garlic cloves, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra firm tofu
• 4 cloves, thinly sliced fresh garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, julienned fresh ginger
• 4 heads, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
• 8 oz, stems removed and sliced shiitake mushrooms
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp, for garnish toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown and crispy.
2. Step 2: Remove tofu from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp julienned fresh ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and 4 halved baby bok choy to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes until bok choy stalks are tender and mushrooms are softened.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to the skillet and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce along with 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until the soy sauce evenly coats the ingredients and is slightly reduced.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving warm over steamed rice or noodles.