Soba Noodle Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger Tofu and Broccoli

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

A flavorful stir-fry combining nutty soba noodles with crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and a vibrant sesame-ginger sauce. This Japanese-inspired noodle recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs soba noodles, firm tofu, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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

• 8 oz soba noodles
• 14 oz block, pressed and cubed into 1-inch pieces firm tofu
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp, divided vegetable oil
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2, thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook 8 oz soba noodles for 5 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
2. Step 2: Toss 14 oz pressed and cubed firm tofu with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Add tofu cubes to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 3 cups broccoli florets, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Add cooked soba noodles and tofu back into the skillet. Pour in a sauce made by combining 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp honey. Toss everything together over medium heat for 2 minutes until noodles are coated and heated through.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions over the top before serving.