Stir-Fried Tofu with Asparagus and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

Crisp-tender asparagus and golden tofu are tossed in a savory-sweet sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds for nutty depth. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe (vegan), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, asparagus for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 2, 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, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes firm tofu
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces asparagus
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp, minced ginger
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup, chopped scallions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add 1/2-inch tofu cubes and cook for 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
2. Step 2: Add 1 cup asparagus, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp minced ginger to the skillet; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until asparagus is crisp-tender and slightly charred.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil; cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the ingredients.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 1/4 cup chopped scallions, then serve immediately.