Sautéed Garlic-Ginger Tofu with Sesame Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

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Crispy tofu cubes stir-fried with fragrant garlic and ginger, tossed with tender broccoli florets and finished with toasted sesame seeds for a satisfying vegan meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, broccoli florets, garlic cloves 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 Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra-firm tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until all sides are golden brown and crispy. Remove tofu from the skillet and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and 3 tbsp soy sauce to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until broccoli turns bright green and is tender-crisp.
Step 4: Return the crispy tofu cubes to the skillet. Toss everything together gently to coat the tofu in the sauce and broccoli. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 sliced green onions, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using) over the dish. Serve immediately.