Stir-Fried Energy-Saving Tofu with Garlic and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

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A quick and vibrant stir-fry featuring firm tofu and fresh spinach, enhanced with garlic and soy for a light, energizing meal. This Asian fusion recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs firm tofu, fresh spinach leaves, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu
5 cups fresh spinach leaves
4 garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Press 14 oz firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Mince 4 garlic cloves finely.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy on all sides.
Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 5 cups fresh spinach leaves and 3 tbsp soy sauce, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens, coating the tofu.
Step 5: Drizzle 2 tsp sesame oil and sprinkle 1/2 tsp salt, toss gently, then remove from heat and serve immediately.