Spicy Tofu Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-25 · Updated 2026-03-25

Crunchy tofu tossed in a tangy sauce with bell peppers, broccoli, and sesame seeds, served over fluffy jasmine rice. A quick, healthy, and flavorful dish. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Firm tofu, Low-sodium soy sauce, Rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 1 lb (pressed and cubed) Firm tofu
• 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 (sliced) Bell peppers
• 1 cup Broccoli florets
• 1 cup (cooked) Jasmine rice
• 1 tbsp (toasted) Sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy, stirring occasionally.
3. Step 3: Add bell peppers and broccoli, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Pour in the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
4. Step 4: Serve over steamed jasmine rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.