Stir-Fried Tofu and Bok Choy with Garlic-Soy Glaze

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This vegan stir-fry combines crisp bok choy and golden tofu cubes tossed in a fragrant garlic-soy glaze for a quick and nourishing meal. This Asian Fusion vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, baby bok choy, and vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 ounces cubed firm tofu and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden brown and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and 5 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until stems begin to soften but leaves remain bright green.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  5. Step 5: Return the tofu to the skillet and pour the sauce over. Toss gently to coat everything evenly and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the tofu and bok choy.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.

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