Stir-Fried Tofu with Colorful Bell Peppers and Sesame-Ginger Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

A vibrant Asian-inspired stir fry featuring crisp bell peppers and firm tofu tossed in a savory sesame-ginger glaze. This Asian fusion recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free option), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 firm tofu
• 1 large, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into thin strips yellow bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into thin strips green bell pepper
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks, sliced thin green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz cubed firm tofu and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and crispy. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 2 cloves minced garlic; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 large each red, yellow, and green bell peppers sliced into thin strips. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Return tofu to skillet. Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp honey. Toss everything together and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats tofu and vegetables.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice if desired.