Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

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A quick and nutritious vegan stir-fry featuring crisp broccoli and golden tofu tossed in a savory garlic-sesame sauce. This Asian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs 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 250 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 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes firm tofu
4 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
2 sliced thinly for garnish green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 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 crisp. Remove tofu and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 4 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until bright green and just tender.
Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Return tofu to skillet.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp brown sugar. Pour over tofu and broccoli, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using, and 2 sliced green onions for freshness before serving.