Sautéed Sesame Ginger Tofu with Broccoli and Carrots

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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A vibrant vegan stir fry combining crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and sweet carrots in a savory sesame ginger sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs extra-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 320 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz, pressed and cubed into 1-inch pieces extra-firm tofu
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
3, minced garlic cloves
3 cups broccoli florets
2 medium, julienned carrots
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2, thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed extra-firm tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crispy.
Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with the tofu. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in 3 cups broccoli florets and 2 medium julienned carrots. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 4: Mix 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp maple syrup in a small bowl. Pour the sauce over the tofu and vegetables and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything.
Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.