Stir-Fried Tofu with Bok Choy and Ginger Sauce
A savory, protein-packed stir-fry with crispy tofu and tender bok choy in a fragrant ginger-scallion sauce, ready in 22 minutes. This Asian recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 245 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, pressed and cubed 1/2-inch firm tofu
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp, minced ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 cups, trimmed and cut 2-inch bok choy
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/4 cup, sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat, add tofu cubes, and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same wok, add minced ginger and garlic, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups bok choy and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted but still crisp.
- Step 4: Whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl until smooth, then pour into the wok.
- Step 5: Simmer for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats the vegetables, then return tofu to the wok and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 6: Cook for 1 more minute, then garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and serve immediately.









