Stir-Fried Tofu with Aged Soy Sauce and Garlic Greens

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A quick stir-fry that highlights firm tofu and fresh greens in a savory sauce made from aged soy, garlic, and a touch of sweetness. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves 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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook without stirring for 4 minutes until golden on the bottom.
  2. Step 2: Flip the tofu cubes and cook for another 3 minutes until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet and sauté 5 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 halved baby bok choy and stir-fry for 3 minutes until the greens are bright and stems begin to soften.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp aged soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Pour the sauce over the bok choy and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Step 6: Return the tofu to the pan, toss gently to coat with sauce, and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil on top.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

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