Stir-Fried Tofu and Vegetables with Ginger-Sesame Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

A vibrant and nutritious stir-fry featuring crispy tofu and fresh vegetables tossed in a fragrant ginger-sesame sauce. This Asian-inspired Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra firm tofu, broccoli florets, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and cubed extra firm tofu
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
• 2 cloves minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed and cubed extra firm tofu and fry for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same wok, add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, and 1 large julienned carrot. Stir-fry vegetables for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar.
5. Step 5: Return tofu to the wok and pour the sauce over. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through and sauce coats all ingredients.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, then serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.