Stir-Fried Sesame Tofu with Broccoli and Bell Pepper

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

A vibrant vegan stir-fry combining crispy tofu, tender broccoli, and sweet bell peppers in a savory sesame sauce. This Asian Fusion vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, broccoli florets, and red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 250 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed tofu cubes and sauté for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and slightly crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to skillet and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp maple syrup. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats tofu and vegetables.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions before serving.