Stir-Fried Tofu and Bok Choy with Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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A vibrant vegetarian stir fry featuring crispy tofu and tender bok choy tossed in a savory garlic soy sauce. This Chinese-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, baby bok choy, garlic 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: 15 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz block, drained and cubed firm tofu
12 oz, halved lengthwise baby bok choy
3 cloves, minced garlic
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 14 oz cubed firm tofu with 1 tsp cornstarch until evenly coated. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry tofu for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 12 oz halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 3 minutes until leaves are wilted and stems are tender-crisp.
Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (if using), then pour over bok choy and add tofu back to the pan.
Step 5: Toss gently and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through before serving.