Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Broccoli in Ginger-Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Crispy tofu and tender broccoli florets stir-fried in a savory ginger-soy glaze, offering a balanced mix of textures and bold flavors. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs extra-firm tofu, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 14 oz block, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp mixed with 2 tbsp water cornstarch
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 stalks, sliced thinly green onions

The wok we’d stir-fry this in → Best Woks for 2026: Carbon Steel, Nonstick & Flat-Bottom Picks + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed extra-firm tofu cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the broccoli. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar; pour this mixture into the skillet.
5. Step 5: Add the cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water) and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the broccoli.
6. Step 6: Return the tofu to the skillet, drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over everything, and toss gently to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
7. Step 7: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving warm over steamed rice or noodles.