Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic and Scallions in Spicy Soy Glaze

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

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A vibrant vegetarian stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed in a savory, spicy soy-based glaze with fresh garlic and scallions. This Asian-inspired Mardi Gras recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs firm tofu, soy sauce, sesame 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 fresh garlic cloves
3 stalks scallions
1 tsp red chili flakes
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: Drain and press 14 oz firm tofu, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss the tofu with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and crispy on all sides.
Step 3: While tofu cooks, mince 4 fresh garlic cloves and thinly slice 3 scallions, separating white and green parts.
Step 4: Remove tofu from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, then sauté the 4 minced garlic cloves and the white parts of the scallions for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp red chili flakes, and 3 tbsp water in a small bowl. Pour this sauce into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Step 6: Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the spicy soy glaze. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with the green parts of the scallions before serving.