Stir-Fried Tofu and Broccoli with Garlic-Ginger Sauce

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

A vibrant vegan stir-fry featuring crispy tofu and crunchy broccoli tossed in a fragrant garlic-ginger soy sauce. This Asian-inspired game-day recipe (vegan), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. 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 "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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and cubed extra firm tofu
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed extra firm tofu, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet and toss in 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
3. Step 3: Push broccoli to the side and add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the empty space, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic.
4. Step 4: Stir broccoli and aromatics together, then pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp maple syrup, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss to coat and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the skillet, drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over everything, and gently mix to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.