Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame Soy Glaze
A quick and flavorful vegan stir-fry featuring crispy tofu cubes tossed with tender broccoli in a savory garlic sesame soy sauce. This asian-inspired vegan (vegan) ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, vegetable oil, thinly sliced garlic cloves 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, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes extra-firm tofu
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 14 oz pressed extra-firm tofu cubes in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes without stirring until bottoms are golden and crispy. Flip tofu and cook another 4 minutes until all sides are golden. Remove tofu and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth. Pour the sauce into the skillet, stirring constantly for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the broccoli.
- Step 4: Return the tofu to the skillet, gently tossing to combine and heat through for 1 minute. Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving over steamed rice or noodles.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame Soy Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame Soy Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame Soy Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame Soy Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Stir-Fried Tofu with Garlic Broccoli and Sesame Soy Glaze vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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