Stir-Fried Tofu with Crisp Garlic and Chili Oil

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A vibrant vegan stir-fry featuring firm tofu pan-seared to golden with aromatic garlic and spicy chili oil for a lively finish. This Chinese-inspired St. Patrick’s Day recipe (vegan), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Drain and press 400g firm tofu to remove excess water, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the bottom is golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Flip the tofu cubes and cook for another 4 minutes until all sides are golden and crisp.
  4. Step 4: Push the tofu to one side. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp dried red chili flakes to the empty side of the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  5. Step 5: Mix the garlic and chili with the tofu, then drizzle 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil over everything. Toss gently to coat and cook for an additional 1 minute until the sauce thickens and clings to the tofu.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 2 sliced scallions and 1/2 tsp salt over the dish, give a final toss, and serve immediately.

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