Stir-Fried Tofu and Vegetables with Spicy Sesame Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

Crisp tofu cubes and colorful vegetables tossed in a spicy sesame sauce for a quick and healthy Asian stir-fry. This Asian Fusion-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, broccoli florets, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 medium, julienned carrot
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks, chopped green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 ounces of firm tofu cut into 1-inch cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 medium julienned carrot, and 1 sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon gochujang, and 2 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
4. Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet with vegetables. Pour sauce over and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 chopped green onions before serving.