Seared Sesame-Ginger Tofu Stir Fry with Broccoli and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

A vibrant stir fry featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed in a savory sesame-ginger sauce with crisp-tender broccoli and colorful bell peppers. This Asian-inspired Super Bowl recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, broccoli florets, red bell pepper 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra firm tofu
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• 2, sliced thin green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed tofu cubes and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 sliced yellow bell pepper. Stir fry for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over everything. Toss to coat and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly and glazes the tofu and vegetables.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving.