Spicy Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Green Beans

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

Firm tofu cubes stir-fried with crisp green beans, garlic, and a spicy soy-chili sauce for a flavorful vegetarian main or side dish. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, green beans, vegetable oil 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 block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 8 oz trimmed and halved green beans
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 2 stalks sliced thinly scallions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook without stirring for 4 minutes until golden brown on the bottom, then gently flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the same skillet, then add 8 oz trimmed green beans and sauté for 5 minutes until bright green and just tender.
3. Step 3: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce, and 1 tsp brown sugar until sugar dissolves.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over. Toss everything to coat and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and glazes tofu and green beans.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.