Stir-Fried Space-Inspired Tofu with Black Garlic and Baby Bok Choy

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring crispy tofu, sweet black garlic, and crisp baby bok choy, delivering umami-rich notes and fresh greens in every bite. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, black garlic cloves, baby bok choy for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
6, minced black garlic cloves
12 oz, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
2 tbsp sesame oil
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
3, sliced scallions
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and stir-fry for 6-7 minutes until all sides are golden and slightly crispy.
Step 2: Add 6 minced black garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the wok, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Toss in 12 oz halved baby bok choy and 3 tbsp soy sauce; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bok choy stems are tender but leaves remain bright green.
Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp red chili flakes and 3 sliced scallions, stirring for 30 seconds. Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.