Stir-Fried Tofu and Broccoli with Garlic and Black Pepper Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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A quick and nutritious stir-fry combining crispy tofu and broccoli florets tossed in a savory garlic and black pepper sauce. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, drained and cubed, broccoli florets, fresh garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. 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 "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 Asian cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu, drained and cubed
3 cups broccoli florets
4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 cup water
2 green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Step 1: Toss 14 oz cubed firm tofu with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil and 4 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup water. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Stir-fry everything together for 2 minutes until sauce coats tofu and broccoli evenly.
Step 6: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and serve hot.