Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Ginger in Tangy Soy Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

Crisp tofu cubes stir-fried with fragrant garlic and ginger, tossed in a tangy soy sauce glaze perfect for a quick vegetarian meal. This Asian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs firm tofu, vegetable oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 2, sliced green onions
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp sesame oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz firm tofu cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until all sides are golden and slightly crisp.
2. Step 2: Push tofu to one side of the pan and add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Stir tofu and aromatics together, then pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Toss to coat and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 sliced green onions, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp sesame oil for a nutty finish. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.