Spicy Vegan Stir-Fried Tofu with Broccoli and Cashews

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A vibrant vegan stir-fry with crispy tofu, crunchy broccoli, and toasted cashews in a spicy garlic sauce that’s sure to satisfy. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Press 14 oz extra firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1-inch cubes and toss with 2 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and fry for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same pan, add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1/4 cup water, then pour into the pan. Return tofu to the pan and toss everything together for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup toasted cashews just before serving for a crunchy finish.

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